self-isolation rules. Jeane Freeman said “simply imposing fines” will not be a sufficient measure and warned of the impact of people on modest means.However, she also welcomed a separate UK Government move on giving £500 to people on low incomes if they have to self-isolate.Governments across the UK are considering plans for significant new covid-19 restrictions in a bid to tackle rising infection levels.First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has called for an urgent Cobra meeting with the Prime Minister amid concerns the virus is out of control.In a press release this morning, Boris Johnson announced a legal requirement on people who are instructed to self-isolate.New fines for those breaching the rules will start at £1,000 - in line with the.