Nicola Sturgeon is set to update the Scottish Parliament on the latest coronavirus situation across the country later today.
The First Minister could announce new restrictions in a bid to halt the spread of the Omicron variant which is believed to be more transmissible than previous strains of the virus.
It's believed new curbs are being considered by the Scottish Government, however the SNP leader wants clarity on funding and access to UK-funded schemes like furlough.
The Daily Record understands that new restrictions could be placed on large attended events across the country like football matches and concerts.It comes after the Omicron variant, which first originated in southern Africa, became the dominant strain in Scotland at the