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Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for the safe use of places of worship

Published: 18 Sep 2020
Last updated: 9 Apr 2021 - see all updates
Directorate:
Local Government and Communities Directorate
Part of:
Communities and third sector, Coronavirus in Scotland, Public safety and emergencies

Guidance to help places of worship safely re-open for permitted purposes.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for the safe use of places of worship
Life event ceremonies

Life event ceremonies

Ceremonies that take place within places of worship to mark life events and that form part of a wider congregational service (including baptisms, christenings and coming-of-age ceremonies) are permitted in accordance with the guidance Restrictions on Capacity.

Consideration should be given to how faith-specific rites and rituals during life event ceremonies can be adapted in accordance with this guidance to ensure the safety of those present.

Separate rules are applicable to marriage ceremonies and funeral services within places of worship.

Capacity
Individual and congregational worship
First published: 18 Sep 2020 Last updated: 9 Apr 2021 -