Support for people affected by coronavirus (COVID-19)
Find out what to do if you're affected by coronavirus in Scotland.
You can find daily updates about coronavirus on gov.scot.
Lockdown extended until at least the middle of February
Scotland is in lockdown because of the faster spreading variant of the virus. Find out more about the lockdown and stay at home guidance on gov.scot.
Barra and Vatersay will move into lockdown from 00:01 on Wednesday 20 January 2021 following a sharp increase in infection rates.
The rest of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar will remain in Protection Level 3 along with Shetland and Orkney.
Schools and nurseries
Schools are only open to in-person learning for children of key workers and vulnerable children until at least the middle of February 2021.
All other children and young people will have remote learning until at least the middle of February 2021.
Read more about the review of restrictions on gov.scot.
Coronavirus symptoms and self-isolating
Check NHS Inform if you:
- have coronavirus symptoms
- think you need a test
- need health advice
You should stay at home if you have:
- coronavirus symptoms
- been exposed to the virus, live with someone who has symptoms or been exposed to it
- been advised to self-isolate as part of Test and Protect or live with someone who has