Which countries are on Scotland's green, amber and red…

Which countries are on Scotland's green, amber and red travel lists?

A number of countries across the world were added to the green list yesterday meaning people return won't have to quarantine on return.

The Scottish Government also placed a few nations on the red list which means travellers coming from those countries will be forced to stay in a hotel for a period of time to self-isolate.

The traffic light system for international travel is reviewed every three weeks with the latest data on covid cases and vaccination numbers taken into consideration by ministers.

Transport Secretary Michael Matheson said people should "think very carefully" about heading abroad as the lists can suddenly change if covid begins to spread.

Malta was added to the green list by the Scottish Government on Thursday night (REUTERS)

Announcing the changes yesterday Matheson said: "From the outset we have said caution is required regarding international travel and people should think very carefully about travelling abroad as situations can suddenly change.

“We continue to work closely with the other home nations and are cautiously supportive of exploring options for the easing of restrictions for fully vaccinated travellers arriving from countries on the amber list - but only if the clinical advice supports it and if systems are in place to ensure the wider safety of the Scottish population.”

Here are the latest red, amber and green lists: