The Bishops’ Conference of Scotland have announced the formation of a Covid-19 Working Group, which will begin work on the creation of an Infection Control Protocol to govern the phased reopening of churches for public worship at an early and safe opportunity, in accordance with legislation and the current Scottish Government guidelines on social distancing and hygiene.
Bishop Stephen Robson seeks to re-assure that a return to the sacraments will phased and made in such a way that is safe for us all, respecting the guidelines on social distancing. Bishop Stephen thanks the clergy, the religious and the laity for their patience and forbearance.