A round of applause was given for construction workers at the Scottish Event Campus this afternoon as they left the premises for the last time. 

It was announced by the Health Secretary earlier today that the emergency hospital had completed construction works and that it would be prepared to take in patients tomorrow. 

The Scottish Government has said that the NHS Louisa Jordan is in place as a safeguard and that it is hoped the facility will not need to be used during the coronavirus outbreak.

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On NHS Louisa Jordan's direct Twitter account, a Tweet reads: "Every week, the nation has been #ClappingForCarers.

"Today, as construction is completed on @NHSLouisaJordan, our NHS staff are clapping for every single member of our contractor teams who have worked night and day to make this possible.

"Thank you!"

At a daily media briefing held earlier today, Health Secretary Jeane Freeman also issued her gratitude for the construction workers on behalf of the Scottish Government.

She said: "It could not have been achieved without all the contractors involved in the planning, construction and equipping of the hospital.

"They have our very grateful thanks – but we also take this opportunity to thank contractors who continue to work on other NHS Scotland projects.

"Your continued commitment to deliver, is allowing us to ensure quality care for patients in the future."