A Scots primary school pupil has tested positive for c oronavirus.
A pupil at Preston Tower Primary School in East Lothian has become infected by the virus.
The child is now isolating with their family as the staff carry out a deep clean at the campus.
The Health Protection Team is working to trace close contacts of the case to limit the spread.
Dr Richard Othieno, Consultant in Public Health Medicine, NHS Lothian and Chair of the Incident Management Team (IMT), said: “NHS Lothian is investigating after a child in Preston Tower Primary School tested positive for COVID-19.
"The pupil is self-isolating at home with their family.
“A multi-disciplinary Incident Management Team (IMT) has been established to assess the situation and decide any next steps required.
“Enhanced cleaning measures are in place in schools in line with national guidance.
"The Health Protection Team has traced close contacts of the case.
“Following a robust risk assessment by the expert group, the school will remain open and pupils should continue to attend as normal.
"Appropriate advice has been provided and anyone who came into close contact with the case has been told to self-isolate for 14 days.
"The situation will continue to be closely monitored.
“For anyone else, the risk to their health is extremely low, but they should continue to be vigilant and aware of the symptoms.
“If you experience a high fever, persistent cough or loss of taste or smell, you must self-isolate and book a test via the national COVID-19 helpline on 0800 028 2816 or go to www.nhsinform.scot.
“To respect and maintain patient confidentiality no further details will be released at this time.”
