It is always advisable to have
medical insurance when travelling to a foreign country.
No shots are necessary for
visiting Scotland.
Citizens of EEC countries are
entitled to medical treatment under reciprocal arrangement and similar arrangements exist
with some other countries. No matter which country you come from, you will receive
immediate emergency treatment free at a hospital casualty department.
Useful Numbers:
| Aberdeen Royal Infirmary |
01224 840506 |
| Edinburgh Royal Infirmary |
0131 536 4000 |
| Glasgow Royal Infirmary |
0141 211 4484 |
| Disability Help line |
0345 123456 |
Emergency
services such as police, ambulances, the fire service or the coastguard can be reached by
dialing 999 Calls are free.
Crime
Scotland is not a dangerous
place for visitors, and it is most unlikely that your stay will be blighted by crime. It
is illegal to own a gun in Scotland or to carry anything that could be used as a weapon
against others. it is not unusual in Scotland for women to travel unaccompanied, or visit
a bar or restaurant with female friends, Nor is it especially dangerous, but caution is
advisable in deserted places especially after dark.
Scottish
Police Service Website
Health Note:
Although Scotland isn't normally associated with mosquitoes, an aggressive breed of midge
(very similar to a gnat) is very common in most parts of Scotland, more so in wooded areas
by fresh water (areas common in Scotland). They breed between April and October, and at
their worst at the start and end of the day. A bite from a midge is pretty much harmless
but it will leave you with a hell of an itch for a while!. To ensure that you suffer
only the minimum of bites, apply insect repellent such as antihistamine cream. If they
really are a nuisance you may want to invest in a midge net.
