Guidance and advice for the tourism and events industry
This section collates the latest Coronavirus (COVID-19) information and advice for tourism businesses, including reopening guidance. As it becomes available, it will be updated with the latest information to support you through this challenging time.
First and foremost, everyone should follow all current guidance to minimise the spread of the virus and keep the public safe.
Latest updates to this section:
- 11May: The First Minister confirmed further relaxation of restrictions across Scotland from Monday 17 May, with the exception of Moray Speyside which will likely remain in level three.
- 11 May: Government advice and FAQs page updated as a result of the First Minister announcement.
- 7 May: The STERG key notes and actions have been updated.
- 26 April: Scottish Government guidance on how to work out the maximum number of people who can physically distance within a public setting has been added to the Government advice and FAQs page.
- 26 April: Check in Scotland has launched to support businesses in collecting contact details for contact tracing purposes. Details have been added to the Government advice and FAQs page.
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Further information
Protect Scotland app
www.protect.scotInformation and how to download the free Protect Scotland mobile phone app from NHS Scotland's Test and Protect. Designed to help us protect each other, reduce the spread of coronavirus and avoid further lockdowns.
Health Protection Scotland
https://www.hps.scot.nhs.uk/web-resourcesGuidance on coronavirus that includes workplace advice such as hotels and hospitality settings where a guest may need to self-isolate in a hotel or holiday accommodation.
NHS Inform
nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditionsInformation on the virus itself, common questions related to health, self-isolation advice for people without symptoms and information for professionals.
Coronavirus in Scotland
www.gov.scot/coronavirus-covid-19Most up-to-date information on COVID-19 from the Scottish Government.
Coronavirus (COVID-19): what you need to do
www.gov.uk/coronavirusOfficial advice from the UK Government.
Scottish Enterprise
www.scottish-enterprise.comAdvice and support to businesses managing the impacts of coronavirus (COVID-19).
National Business Response Network
businessresponsecovid.org.ukThe National Business Response Network connects businesses to charity and voluntary sector partners during in the COVID-19 crisis. Offer support on behalf of your business or request support on behalf of your organisation.