The 7 day average has increased from around 2 500 new cases per day to 3 500 but, crucially, seeming to plateau there. There were 3 756 new cases today in Scotland and 54 661 across the UK making the Scottish rate, pro rata, 70-80% lower. The most likely explanation is this: Numerous research studies which have confirmed the value of face coverings, in protecting us. A large-scale study by Oxford University in October 2021, confirmed that People who wore face coverings or masks outside of the home, and were more exposed to infection due to their circumstances, had ‘significantly’ … Continue reading Higher face-covering compliance paying off in Scotland