The Scottish Triathlon Association has announced that, in the light of current guidance from the Scottish Executive and the UK government, the 2001 triathlon and duathlon competition programme will go ahead in Scotland with very minor changes. Race organisers have been asked to make adjustments to routes to ensure competitors are not at risk of coming into contact with livestock. Anyone wishing further information is asked to contact race organisers or John Whittaker, the STA's competitions director on 0131 454 0900.

We heard on the radio this morning that Richmond and Bushy Parks are going to re-open for pedestrian and then vehicle traffic over the next few days.

Maybe it's just the Spring weather...