Public and businesses thanked for compliance as Aberdeen back in lockdown

The public have been thanked for complying with lockdown restrictions which were reimposed on Aberdeen last night.

As of 5pm yesterday, all hospitality firms had to shut - after a spike in cases linked to almost 30 venues in the city.

People can no longer meet indoors, except from those who are part of an extended household, and travelling further than five miles is banned - unless it is for work or education.

There are also restrictions on hospital and care home visits.

Police Scotland has drafted in extra officers to help with the enforcement of the new rules.

Justice Secretary Humza Yousaf says there has been "strong compliance" so far:

Had helpful update from @policescotland who tell me overnight they have seen strong compliance from businesses in Aberdeen to re-imposed restrictions. These restrictions won't be in place for a minute longer than they have to be, pleased most people understand reasons why.

— Humza Yousaf (@HumzaYousaf) August 6, 2020

Meanwhile Deputy Chief Constable Will Kerr has also said people in the city are following the rules:

The restrictions will be reviewed on Wednesday.

Earlier we spoke to NHS Grampian's deputy director of public health, who revealed more about the local health response to the rise in cases.