Scottish First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has announced that while the rest of mainland Scotland will move to Level 2 restrictions as planned from Monday 17 May, and the Scottish Islands will move to Level 1, it looks likely Moray will remain in Level 3. A final decision on this will be taken at the end of the week.
Following a briefing for all Scottish party leaders this morning (Tuesday), local MP Douglas Ross said:
“It is disappointing, but not at all unexpected, that Moray will likely remain in Level 3 while the rest of the country has restrictions relaxed from Monday.
“The massive increase in covid cases continues to be a cause of real concern and we must do everything possible to get on top of the community transmission.
“It will be difficult for individuals and families here in Moray to see the rest of Scotland benefit from an easing in the current restrictions but if we all work together then we can hopefully see cases drop and be brought under control which will allow us to move forward.
“It will also be absolutely crucial for businesses here in Moray that were preparing to reopen to get all the financial support and assistance they need. I will do everything I can to assist those who will be affected by the additional time we have to operate in Level 3 restrictions.
“However, there are small signs for optimism as cases may be beginning to stabilise and there has been a massive effort to increase the vaccination rollout here in Moray.
“I’d urge everyone to follow the current guidance, get regularly tested and go for their vaccine when it’s offered to them.”
