Coronavirus Update January 2021

Following the First Minister’s update on 4 January 2021 and subsequent extended Level 4 ‘Stay at Home’ restrictions, Scottish Government, Scottish FA and sportscotland have provided updated guidance which means that all walking football activity must stop.

Walking Football Scotland appreciates the benefits and importance of exercise and physical activity and would urge everyone to consider the following guidance:

Participants and coaches should avoid any unnecessary travel – for further information on the Level 4 restrictions please see here.

and Scottish FA Updated Guidance :

If you do not live on mainland Scotland you can follow the guidance for your area here.

You can find the current Protection Level for each Scottish local authority area here.

Clubs (depending on your Local authority level), that are able to continue with activity need to ensure that all Covid-19 protocols and guidelines are followed, and ensure physical distancing, at all times.

Where possible please continue to stay in touch with your members and players during this difficult period. A reminder that there is further support, information and activities you can share within the Scottish FA Return to Football Hub.

At this time, Walking Football Scotland would encourage everyone to maintain daily physical activity, safely within their own household or by following the Scottish Government ‘meeting others outdoors’ guidance.

Have a look at our Partner Paths For All link, for some ideas and inspiration: Paths for All - Why Walk

Walking Football Scotland would like to thank the Scottish FA for their support and guidance and will continue to review and inform our participants, with updates from the Scottish Government.

Please keep safe and Active.