Question reference: S6W-00229
- Date lodged: 26 May 2021
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Current status: Answered by Jenny Gilruth on 11 June 2021
Question
To ask the Scottish Government, in light of evidence from the Events Research Programme, which suggests that there is a relatively low risk of COVID-19 infection from outdoor events, including live music events, what plans it has to bring to an end physical distancing in live music settings, creating parity with England.
Answer
The Scottish Government has engaged with the UK Government throughout the Events Research Programme. We await the final report of Phase 1 of the Programme and will consider the evidence contained in it to help inform our route ahead, including for live music settings.
Meantime, the Scottish Government is reviewing physical distancing and an announcement of the outcome of this review is due shortly.