Click here for more news from the Airdrie and Coatbridge AdvertiserTrudi added: “I fully understand we’re all eager to get vaccinated – however, I’d call for people across Lanarkshire to please be patient as we work through priority groups.“What I must stress is that the vaccine is only one element in a wider range of ways we can keep ourselves and loved ones safe from – and cut down transmission of – Covid-19.”She emphasised the continuing importance of physical distancing, hand washing and face coverings, and following the government FACTS guidance in full.Trudi said: “This means continuing to wear face coverings, keeping a two-metre distance and ensuring environmental cleaning is carried out regularly; cleaning hands regularly is also.