Lockdown in Moray and Aberdeenshire: Rise in numbers of good neighbours

Lockdown has brought people together as well as kept them apart.

The need to stay at home has led to a surge in neighbourliness across Scotland as people look out for the vulnerable, according to a new survey published today.

Over two-thirds (71%) of people in Scotland know if their neighbours are classed as high risk or not

While more than a quarter (26%) have checked in on them in the last few weeks

The study released by Co-op Insurance also states that a sixth (16%) have dropped off shopping or essential medicine.

John Hayward-Cripps, CEO of Neighbourhood Watch, said: "We believe that building strong communities where neighbours look out for each other is key.

"It's therefore good to be reminded of the ordinary people who make our nation great even in the most trying of times.

"The kind, everyday deeds of neighbours help create safe, secure and happy neighbourhoods where people, families and communities thrive.

"It’s times like these that communities need to stick together and look out for one another."

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