Nicola Sturgeon will update on the Covid crisis in Scotland on Tuesday ahead of a planned move to Level 2 of the lockdown roadmap, which will see some restrictions lifted.
The First Minister said the government would be discussing the latest coronavirus data with health advisers.
Current Scottish Government plans indicate the next easing of lockdown rules could take place from May 17.
Rule changes
The move to Level 2 will see a host of changes to the current Covid restrictions in Scotland, including a change to the rules on meeting others.
One of the biggest changes in the government’s plan is a lifting of the ban on visiting people’s homes.
If confirmed, four people from two households will be able to meet inside a home and even stay overnight.
Restaurants and beer gardens could open later in the evening, and indoor group exercise classes can also restart.
Other planned changes could see the resumption of smaller public events alongside the reopening of theatres and cinemas.
Review on Tuesday
Speaking on Sunday, Nicola Sturgeon confirmed she would give a lockdown update: “We have a Covid review on Tuesday where we will set out the final decisions for the next easing of restrictions scheduled for May 17.”
The Scottish Government cabinet will meet on Tuesday morning to confirm any changes. The First Minister will confirm the outcome of the review in the afternoon.
Any changes will depend on the latest coronavirus data, including infection rates and the number of people being treated in hospital.
According to government guidance, one of the requirements for a move to Level 2 is an area having an infection rate of fewer than 50 cases per 100,000 population.
Public Health Scotland data shows that across Scotland the seven-day test positivity rate is 21 people per 100,000.
Infection rates across Dundee is below the national average, with 10 cases per 100,000 in the week to May 9.
The positivity rate in Angus is even lower at 6.9, whilst in Fife it stands at 26.5.
Perth and Kinross have an infection rate of 7.2 per 100,000.