A record number of people in Scotland have tested positive for Covid over the Christmas weekend
Provisional figures show that on December 25, 8,252 cases were recorded in Scotland. 11,030 positive tests were confirmed on Boxing Day, while 10,562 were reported on December 27.
While the data for the three days covers tests reported in the preceding 24-hour period, the lag in reporting means that the majority of these cases will relate to tests done before the Christmas break. Speaking of Scotland's numbers, Ms Sturgeon said: "These figures underline how important it is that we don't underestimate the impact of Omicron."
Although no further restrictions will be imposed in England before the new year, Scotland has brought in new measures.
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