lockdown in Scotland has been on the cards for a while following a dramatic surge in coronavirus cases. It was first mentioned earlier this month by experts who suggested that it would slow the spread of Covid-19 and help NHS Test and Protect.
Scotland’s national clinical director Jason Leitch said the temporary shutdown could be "part of the answer" - but that is was a “very difficult balance” to decide whether it would be the right move.Nicola Sturgeon has not ruled out a circuit breaker - and it was also mentioned in a leaked Scottish Government document about possible lockdown options.
But what exactly is a circuit breaker lockdown - and how will it impact everyday life?The idea is that a 'circuit breaker' would target areas with local.
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