Question reference: S6W-01597
- Asked by: Stephen Kerr, MSP for Central Scotland, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
- Date lodged: 19 July 2021
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Current status: Answered by Jamie Hepburn on 6 August 2021
Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on what the guidelines are for physical distancing in college and university laboratories.
Answer
Physical distancing requirements were removed on 09 August when all areas in Scotland moved beyond Level 0, although some precautionary measures will continue to be in place. The cross-sectoral guidance for laboratories and research facilities has been replaced by a single piece of safer workplaces guidance.