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Tackling the threat of new COVID-19 variant
People urged to redouble their efforts.
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Red, Amber and Yellow weather warnings in place
Public in affected areas advised not to travel.
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Booster jab roll-out continues
Advance booking facility for 40-49 year olds.
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Self-isolation for all travellers returning from six African countries
Decision taken to protect public health in Scotland in light of emerging variant.
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Contact tracing workforce safeguarded
£33.1 million to retain over 500 posts.
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Autumn/Winter vaccination milestone
One and half million third doses and boosters delivered.
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Negative test becomes part of certification scheme
Expanded testing needed to keep cases down.
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Online portal for Autumn/Winter vaccination programme
Advance booking facility for booster and flu jabs.
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Hospitals roll out three-in-one winter virus tests
£5 million investment to help ease patient congestion.
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Vaccine trials
Move to resolve international travel problems through additional vaccinations.