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:
- 18 January: The Sector & Destination Operational and Market Readiness Fund (COVID-19) is now open.
- 15 January: Read the latest STERG minutes from 7 January.
- 31 December: Strategic Framework Business Fund added to the financial support page.
- 23 December: Minutes from the STERG meeting (17 December) have been added.
- 21 December: Our FAQ page has been updated with guidance for the festive period.
- 19 December: Christmas restrictions tightened and level four announced for mainland Scotland from 00:01 on 26 December. Those in Shetland, Orkney and the Western Isles will move to level three with strict travel restrictions.
- 18 December: STERG COVID-19 full industry survey results now published.
- 18 December: Latest version of STERG National Action Plan now available.
- 15 December: The First Minister announced changes to Scotland's protection levels.
- 15 December: Pivotal Event Businesses Fund announced and application guidance released.
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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.