Scottish Government confirms date for resumption of indoor youth work activities

The government has updated its Route Map Phase Three guidance accordingly, after First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced in her daily Covid-19 update that it is not yet possible to move to phase four.

In relation to youth work activities, updated Scottish Government guidance now says: “Indoor activities for children and young people (unregulated) can take place from 31^st August following guidance which will vary by sector”.

With effect from 31 August:

• Indoor sports courts can reopen – following guidance, incl. skating, dance studios: Children (0-12) years can resume all activity; adults and young people (12+) can resume non-contact activity only.
• Indoor activities for children and young people (unregulated) can resume subject to guidance that will vary by activity. Indoor youth work can resume for young people in line with guidance.

YouthLink Scotland will provide further details and updated guidance for youth work as soon as possible, in advance of the 31st, through our Youth Work Recovery Portal.