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Carla Jenkins

Nicola Sturgeon’s ‘Freedom Day’ announcement - what time the FM will speak today and how to watch

Nicola Sturgeon is set to update the Scottish Parliament with the latest plans for Scotland's route out of coronavirus restrictions today.

August 9 has been earmarked as Scotland's 'Freedom Day' where remaining legal requirements could be lifted and the whole country could move out of the levels system.

Part of the announcement from the First Minister will be if this will go ahead as planned, which we can expect to be updated on later today.

Read on to find out more about today's announcement, and how you can watch it if you want to.

Follow Nicola Sturgeon’s big covid rule change announcement today as it happens

What could the First Minister announce?

We could see a confirmation of the date when restrictions such as social distancing, working from home and venue capacity are lifted.

This could mean a return to night clubs, and events in larger stadiums, and no limit to social gatherings indoors, outdoors or in public settings.

The legal requirement to wear face masks in some settings, however, is likely to remain for slightly longer.

What time will the briefing be at?

Nicola Sturgeon is set to host the briefing live from the Scottish Parliament from 2pm today.

Where can I watch it?

The briefing will be broadcast live on the Scottish Government Twitter page and you can watch it on BBC Scotland here.

We'll also be covering the briefing as part of our live blog updates.

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