Bosses of a popular Peterhead attraction have warned they may be forced to close their doors for good if they do not receive financial support soon.
The Press and Journal reports that Alex Geddes, operations manager of the Peterhead Prison Museum, has written to the first minister with a plea that "support for tourism is significantly increased".
In the open letter, he explains that although restrictions eased on Monday there has already been significant damage inflicted.
The five-star attraction has had to remain closed for 10 months out of the past 24 due to Covid restrictions.
It has also been operating at 25% of its normal trade because of the lack of tourists, and has had to cancel events.
Despite this, the business is facing increasing energy bills and insurance costs.
Mr Geddes claims that since November 2021 the museum lost 83% of its business compared to the same period in 2019 - which amounts to around £48,500 lost.
The Scottish Government has offered to compensate the museum around £6,800, however, Mr Geddes explains this leaves the business in a "precarious position" as staff wages and ongoing costs have not been reduced.