Reminder issued that no more than 20 people should attend a funeral service
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HIGHLAND Council has reminded the public that no more than 20 people should attend a funeral service in person during the Covid-19 pandemic.
No changes to these restrictions on funeral services were announced by the Scottish Government following the three-weekly formal review of coronavirus controls last week.
The Scottish Government continues to advise that no more than 20 people should attend a funeral service in person. The guidance applies to both indoor and outdoor funeral services.
This is to help prevent and mitigate any potential spread of the virus among different households and the wider community.
Those attending funeral services continue to be subject to physical distancing measures, including staying two metres apart from other household groups.
Highland Council’s environmental health manager Alan Yates said: “I know the restrictions on funerals have been difficult for families and friends of the bereaved. As the government has stated, we need to be cautious just now and follow these guidelines to avoid any outbreaks of Covid-19.
"I thank everyone for following the guidance during the difficult time of a bereavement.”
The Scottish Government funeral industry guidance can be seen here.
