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If you're visiting France this summer be sure to follow the remaining Covid travel restrictions to ensure you have a happy holiday.

The Covid restrictions still in place for Scots travelling to France this summer

Where can I get a PCR Covid test in Edinburgh? Test centres near me, how much they cost and how long they take (Image credit: Michael Gillen/JPIMedia)

Here's where you can get a PCR test in Edinburgh

What does a positive lateral flow test result look like? Lateral flow test results, explained (Image credit: jonkempnerphotos via Canva Pro)

What does a positive lateral flow test result look like?

Scotland has recorded 11 coronavirus-linked deaths and 5,484 new cases in the last 24 hours, according to latest figures.

Scotland records another 11 Covid deaths

As Spain loosens its border restrictions, more flights and holidays have been added to the popular sun destination from Edinburgh Airport.

Budget airline puts on additional flights from Edinburgh to Tenerife

Sue Webber says Test and Protect is becoming redundant.

‘Switch cash from Test and Protect to new nurses’

Isolation periods in care homes have been changed.

Care home isolation requirements eased

Covid Scotland: 8,495 new cases and 29 more deaths recorded in the last 24 hours

Covid: 8,495 new cases and 29 more deaths recorded in the last 24 hours

A patient receives the coronavirus vaccine at the Louisa Jordan Hospital in Glasgow. Photo: Jeff J Mitchell - Pool /Getty Images/

How long after having Covid can you get it again?

Covid Scotland: 16 more deaths and 10,392 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours

16 more deaths and 10,392 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours

Travellers arriving at Edinburgh Airport. Picture: PA

Scotland scraps pre-departure Covid tests for travellers

The self-isolation period starts immediately from the onset of symptoms or a positive test (Photo: Shutterstock)

The rules on leaving self-isolation if you still test positive after 10 days

Cases of the Omicron variant have pushed Covid numbers in Scotland to record-breaking levels. Photo: Jane Barlow/PA.

How to know if you have Omicron or Delta

Covid-19 testing will remain available during the Christmas period.

Covid-19 testing sites to remain open throughout Christmas period

As the Omicron variant of Covid continues to spread across the UK, you may be wondering if the symptoms differ from other strains of the virus (Photo: Shutterstock)

The 'surprising' Omicron variant symptom that can appear when eating

Dundee are awaiting the results of a Covid test. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Hearts wait for result of Dundee Covid test
Hearts' meeting with Dundee at Dens Park on Saturday afternoon is in doubt as the hosts wait the result of a Covid-19 test from one of their players.
David Oliver and Craig Fowler

Covid-19 positive cases in South Queensferry

Omicron outbreak in South Queensferry

Nicola Sturgeon gave a Covid-19 update to discuss Christmas parties as the Omicron variant continues to spread.

Scotland faces 'tsunami of infections' with Omicron surge before Christmas

Holiday-starved Brits still plan to flee the UK to spend Christmas abroad with l...

From 7December UK holidaymakers must take a pre-departure Covid test (Photo: Getty Images)

Pre-departure Covid tests to return for UK travellers in rule crackdown

Prime Minister Boris Johnson speaks during a press conference after cases of the new Covid-19 variant were confirmed in the United Kingdom on November 27, 2021 in London, England. UK authorities confirmed today that two cases of the new Omicron Covid-19 variant, which had prompted a flurry of travel bans affecting several countries in Southern Africa, were found in the UK. (Photo by Hollie Adams/Getty Images)

Tighter rules on face masks and PCR tests for foreign travel announced

Richard Lochhead, the minister for just transition, employment and fair work has tested positive

Scottish minister tests positive for Covid days after COP 26 address

A spokesperson for Edinburgh Airport called for a decision to be made. Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

Travel industry 'left guessing' by lack of decision on Covid testing in Scotland

(Photo by CHRISTOPHE ARCHAMBAULT/AFP via Getty Images)

43,000 people may have been given wrong negative PCR Covid test results

Day 2 Test: When do I need to take my day two Covid test? How much does the Covid travel test cost - and where can I get one? (Image credit: Canva Pro)

What is a Day 2 travel test - and when do I need to take one?

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has said ministers hope to announce in the next few days the switch from a PCR to a lateral flow test for eligible fully-vaccinated travellers taking their day-two Covid test (Photo: Shutterstock)

PCR Covid tests to be scrapped ‘before half-term’ - which could save families £2...

After initial problems because so many wanted one, Scotland's vaccine passport system is now working well, says Angus Robertson (Picture: Pau Barrena/AFP via Getty Images)

Why Scotland was right to introduce vaccine passports – Angus Robertson MSP
Only days after the introduction of Covid vaccination certification in Scotland, their positive benefits have been confirmed from neighbouring Ireland which has been using them since July.
Angus Robertson

Holiday bookings are expected to soar after the Government announced a relaxation of international travel rules (Photo: Hollie Adams/Getty Images)

Holiday bookings set to soar after government announces relaxation of internatio...

Edinburgh Playhouse

Playhouse bound, armed with proof of jags, e-ticket and mask

The travel changes are expected to come into force ahead of the October half-term break (Photo: Getty Images)

Overhaul of Covid travel rules expected today with double jabbed set to benefit

Covid symptoms: What are the symptoms of the Delta variant? What are most common signs of coronavirus? (Image: Danny Lawson/PA Wire)

Coronavirus: Delta variant symptoms and common signs of coronavirus

Swinney self-isolating after close contact with positive Covid case

Swinney self-isolating after close contact with positive Covid case

Early Learning and Childcare sector calls on Scottish Government for clear guidance amid closures and struggles for key workers. (Photo credit: Fred Tanneau/AFP)

Childcare sector calls on Scottish Government for clear guidance amid closures

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has returned a negative PCR test.

Nicola Sturgeon reports negative PCR test result

An event involving Nicola Sturgeon will go ahead despite the First Minister self-isolating (Photo: Colin Mearns/The Herald/POOL).

Book event with Nicola Sturgeon to go ahead 'as advertised'

Passengers returning from green, amber or red list countries are required to pay for and take PCR Covid tests when they return (Shutterstock)

Here's how to book a PCR test for travel near you - and how much it costs

Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly has the highest Covid-19 case rates in England (Photo: Getty Images)

Tourists urged not to visit Cornwall as Covid rates reach highest in England

Only children who are deemed very close contacts of an infected case will have to isolate.

What happens if someone in my child's class tests positive for Covid?

Headteachers are urging pupils to take Covid tests this week

Pupils urged to test for Covid ahead of return to school

Picture: John Devlin

Kids from deprived areas twice as likely to have been off school

Arrivals returning from Spain must use a PCR test as their mandatory pre-departure test (Photo: Getty Images)

New travel advice issued for Spain as government recommends PCR tests for holida...

Nicola Sturgeon gave an update to MSPs on Tuesday.

Scotland to move beyond Level 0 on Monday

New research suggests daily testing in secondary schools can cut Covid-related illnesses by 39 per cent (Photo: Getty Images)

Daily Covid testing ‘just as effective’ in controlling transmission as self isol...

Can I travel to Greece? What list Greece is on, Covid travel restrictions and latest news for travelling from UK (Image credit: Getty Images)

Can I travel to Greece? List and travel restrictions for Greece, explained

Entry requirements into each green or amber list country vary, and some places require visitors to either be fully vaccinated or present a negative Covid test (Shutterstock)

Where can I go on holiday right now?

People who are identified as a close contact of someone who has tested positive for the virus currently need to self-isolate (Shutterstock)

These are the latest rules for self-isolating - and when they will change

Picture: John Devlin.

Self-isolation requirement to be scrapped for double jabbed from August 9

TikTok videos are showing youngsters how to fake Covid tests using lemon juice (TikTok)

Parent's fury over pupils faking positive Covid tests

Coronavirus: How do I report a Covid test result in the UK? Should I get tested after I've been vaccinated? (Image credit: Getty Images)

Coronavirus: How do you report a Covid test result in the UK?

Malta will not accept NHS app as proof of vaccination for UK travellers (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Malta will not accept NHS app as proof of vaccination for UK travellers

The pub has has confirmed a temporary closure to carry out a deep clean

Leith Walk pub’s temporary closure after visitor reveals positive COVID test

Granton Primary School on Boswall Parkway will be closed on both June 24 and June 25 as a result of number of positive covid cases at the school (Photo: Google Maps).

Edinburgh school closure due to 'number’ of positive covid cases

UK travellers no longer required to take PCR test to go to Portugal (Photo: Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images)

UK travellers no longer required to take PCR test to go to Portugal

Buckstone Primary, Fairmilehead, Edinburgh.

Covid-19 outbreak shuts Buckstone primary school in Edinburgh

Brits will no longer need a ‘compelling reason’ to enter the country from 9 June (Photo: Getty Images)

France is reopening its borders to fully vaccinated UK tourists from next week