So the latest guidance says that no-one should visit other households, apart from exceptional circumstances such as tradespeople, couples and members from extended households.
Outdoors children under 12 can meet their friends, but not indoors.
But my DD (9) has on numerous occasions been asked to peoples households for activities since the new rules have come in. I imagine this is because people are sick of following the rules and see so many inconsistencies (eg kids can sit beside each-other in school; hug each other outdoors but not visit each-other at home).
I understand its very hard on people, but all in all, im surprised that people don't just follow the guidance for a few more weeks. Its really confusing for kids to hear one thing from the government, then see their parents and/or other adults do something different. And with the massive increase in cases in Scotland in the past 2 days, it is a clear warning that we need to take steps asap to get this back under control - even if it means a blanket approach.
I would like a better explanation around why kids cant visit each others houses when they are in school together, but in the meantime i still think its better to go along with the guidance. What are the views of others regarding under 12s? Am i out of step with what most people are actually doing?