Nicola Sturgeon has insisted Scotland is in a better place in the fight against coronavirus thanks to the emergency Omicron restrictions brought in over the festive season.
The First Minister was last week accused by opposition leaders of being too "gung-ho" when her government reintroduced social distancing in hospitality venues and effectively banned large crowds at sporting events.
Scotland stood in contrast to England over Christmas after the UK Government declined to impose tougher restrictions - except for the reintroduction of face masks in public places.
