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Covid in Scotland LIVE as Nicola Sturgeon announces new restrictions for after Christmas

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New coronavirus rules are set to come into place across Scotland after Christmas in a bid to halt the rapid spread of the Omicron variant.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon told MSPs in the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday that measures would be implemented on Boxing Day for indoor and outdoor venues, while pubs and restaurants will have to adhere to new guidance from December 27.

The announcement was another hammer blow for a number of industries, however Sturgeon said support would be given to help firms get through the tough festive period.Throughout today we will bring you all the latest reaction to the news.It comes as nine new coronavirus-related deaths and 5,242 positive tests were recorded in Scotland in the last 24 hours.The Covid-19

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