Sunny weather forecast in Inverness this weekend as coronavirus lockdown eases
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Temperatures in the Inverness area are set to rise to 23C as people prepare to meet friends and family again amid an easing of coronavirus restrictions.
The Scottish Government has agreed to move to the first phase of its route map out of the lockdown which has been in place for 66 days.
The new rules mean that from today people from two households can meet outside in places such as a park or a private garden under strict social distancing guidance including keeping at least two metres apart.
Groups of no more than eight should meet at a time, and people should not share food and drink between households and should avoid using shared facilities, such as bathrooms.
If eating, each household should bring their own food separately and avoid sharing utensils, dishes or cups and use a hand sanitiser before eating.
Sunbathing in parks and open areas is now allowed, as is travelling locally for recreation - although the Scottish government's "strong advice" is they should not go further than five miles.
Most outdoor work that has been put on hold can resume, garden centres can reopen and site preparation can begin in the construction industry.
People will also be able to take part in some non-contact sports including fishing, golf, tennis and bowls, and councils are due to reopen their recycling centres from Monday.
In announcing the new rules, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon stressed that people should still stay at home as much as possible.
She also warned people against travelling to tourist hotspots and said they must use their judgment and, if a place is crowded, should go elsewhere.
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