First Minister: nobody needs to stockpile supplies
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First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has called on panic buyers to stop emptying shelves because there is “more than enough to go round” if people are sensible.
Ms Sturgeon said supermarkets had already taken steps to ensure that demand is met and praised those outlets that helped more vulnerable people get supplies.
She stated that both supermarkets and pharmacies would remain open but she also issued another call for people to use local businesses as much as possible.
Ms Sturgeon said: “I want to thank the fast majority of people who have been sensible in their shopping habits this week and also to the supermarkets had taken steps to ensure that supplies get to those who need them particularly the more vulnerable members of our communities
“I know that some people have felt the need to stockpile certain items but my clear advice is you do not need to do that. There is no need to do that if everyone remains sensible in their shopping then there is more than enough to go round.
“Supermarkets and pharmacies will remain open and supplies will continue to get to them while it's tempting to get everything from the supermarket your support for local businesses at this time can also be a lifeline.”
