Weekly update – Scotland

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12 June 2020

Shielding extended, modified guidance for clinically vulnerable and more ...

A brief update from Natalie, the Policy and Engagement Manager for Genetic Alliance UK in Scotland:

  • The guidance for those shielding in Scotland has been extended until Friday 31 July. From Thursday 18 June people who are shielding will be able exercise outside and spend a short amount of time outside with someone from their household. The guidance and information on the support available can be found here.
  • There is modified guidance for those considered vulnerable but not shielding. This can be found here.
  • Public Health Scotland have launched a survey to assist them in evaluating the shielding programme. The survey closes on 14 June and can be accessed here.

To take part in the zoom on shielding in Scotland (Monday 15 June, 2pm -3pm)  contact natalie@geneticalliance.org.uk


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