“No return to normal life” is the grim headline in the Scottish Daily Mail. The paper leads with First Minister Nicola Sturgeon’s extension of Covid restrictions to include new rules on wearing face coverings in work canteens and corridors. She also cautioned there will be no “return to normality” when the current 16-day “circuit breaker” comes to an end.
Scottish Daily Express
The Scottish Daily Express warns Scots face an “indefinite ban” on visiting each other’s homes. The paper also carries Nicola Sturgeon’s warning that the country is at a “critical and perilous point” in the pandemic.
The i
The i leads with MSPs being told the first minister is considering banning people from England, Northern Ireland and Wales from travelling to Scotland as the UK continues to battle a second wave of Covid. Ms Sturgeon said: “Although we have put tough measures in place, we cannot rule out going further in the future.”
The Herald
The Herald reports serious safety failings, poor compliance with PPE and human rights breaches have been identified by care home inspections in cases that have been described as “spine-chilling”. The paper says 42% of 31 homes inspected across Scotland were given the lowest possible rating of weak or unsatisfactory, none was described as “excellent” while four were issued with urgent improvement notices.
Daily Telegraph
The Daily Telegraph reports that the prime minister is being “pushed” towards a national lockdown in England, with pressure coming from Labour, scientists and the NHS. UK government scientific advisers believe the tier system will “ultimately fail” and a fuller lockdown will be needed, possibly every school holiday until the virus is under control.
The Times
The Times leads with an investigation into what it describes as a “Russian disinformation campaign designed to undermine and spread fear about the Oxford University coronavirus vaccine”. The paper says pictures, memes and video clips depict the British-made vaccine as dangerous, with some suggesting it could turn people into monkeys because it uses a chimpanzee virus as a vector. The Times says it is not clear if the propaganda was directly authorised by the Kremlin but it says there is evidence some Russian officials were involved.
Daily Record
The Daily Record leads with the trial of former TV presenter John Leslie on a sex assault charge. The paper reports evidence was heard from women, including Anthea Turner, who have worked with Mr Leslie.
Scottish Sun
“Gentleman John” is the headline in the Scottish Sun, which also leads with the John Leslie trial. The paper said “showbiz pals” have rallied behind their former TV colleague. The paper also covers the Queen’s first public appearance since the start of the pandemic.
The National
“BBC slammed over pro-Yes blackout” is the headline in The National. The paper leads with a call from the SNP’s Keith Brown for the broadcaster to “get its act together” over what the paper describes as an “absence of independence-supporting voices” on one of the corporation’s main politics shows.
Press and Journal
A recruitment drive by a tech form to hire 250 staff in the Highlands has been hailed as “fantastic news”, reports the Press and Journal. The paper also covers the latest developments in the pandemic, including the first death in the Western Isles.
Glasgow Times
A call by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon for Saturday’s Old Firm match to be screened on free-to-view TV channels is the splash in the Glasgow Times. The move comes amid fears Celtic and Rangers supporters will breach Covid guidelines so they can see the match, which is being screened exclusively on Sky Sports.
Evening Telegraph
The Evening Telegraph highlights concerns that “thirsty punters” from Scotland’s five restricted health board areas may head to Dundee for a drink as the city’s pubs and restaurants can still serve alcohol until 18:00.
Evening Express
“Will winter be too cool for school?” asks the Evening Express. The paper reports parents are demanding clarity after pupils were asked to wear an extra layer of clothing. The move follows the need to ensure classrooms are better ventilated to reduce the spread of Covid.
The Courier
The Courier reports at least 20 police officers are self-isolating after one player tested positive for coronavirus following a police football match.
Daily Star
And finally the Daily Star says a company is recruiting a £40k-a-year “master biscuitier” to taste its products. It describes the role in its headline as “the best job in the world”.
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