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Scottish coronavirus death total rises a further 70

Scottish coronavirus death total rises a further 70

Scottish coronavirus death total rises a further 70

21 April 2020

ANOTHER 70 people have died from the coronavirus in Scotland – and a further 222 have tested positive for the disease.


First Minister says economic recovery goes hand in hand with managing health implications of coronavirus

First Minister says economic recovery goes hand in hand with managing health implications of coronavirus

First Minister says economic recovery goes hand in hand with managing health implications of coronavirus

21 April 2020

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says there is no "trade-off" between saving lives and Scotland's economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.


New report predicts major impact on Scotland's economy as a result of coronavirus pandemic

New report predicts major impact on Scotland's economy as a result of coronavirus pandemic

New report predicts major impact on Scotland's economy as a result of coronavirus pandemic

21 April 2020

Scotland's gross domestic product (GDP) could fall by around a third according to a report by the chief economist.


Covid-19 bereavement: how to help children cope

Covid-19 bereavement: how to help children cope

Covid-19 bereavement: how to help children cope

21 April 2020

Dealing with the death of a loved one at any age can be difficult, in this guide it explores ways of helping children cope with the unthinkable


Highland MSP makes call for accelerated business support

Highland MSP makes call for accelerated business support

Highland MSP makes call for accelerated business support

21 April 2020

Kate Forbes and Fiona Hyslop have called on the UK government to expand and accelerate the delivery of support for business during the pandemic.


Chancellor announces new £500m business fund as London Olympics boss is put in charge of PPE

Chancellor announces new £500m business fund as London Olympics boss is put in charge of PPE

Chancellor announces new £500m business fund as London Olympics boss is put in charge of PPE

20 April 2020

More than 140,000 firms have applied for funding for furloughed staff, representing more than a million jobs.


Creative Scotland announces a further £2 million to support the arts during coronavirus pandemic

Creative Scotland announces a further £2 million to support the arts during coronavirus pandemic

Creative Scotland announces a further £2 million to support the arts during coronavirus pandemic

20 April 2020

Creative Scotland has announced an additional £2 million to further support and sustain the creative community during the Covid–19 outbreak.


Scottish Covid-19 cases rise by 263 to 8450

Scottish Covid-19 cases rise by 263 to 8450

Scottish Covid-19 cases rise by 263 to 8450

20 April 2020

ANOTHER 263 people have tested positive for coronavirus in Scotland – taking the nation's total to 8450.


Scottish Government doubles amount of cash available for emergency welfare grants

Scottish Government doubles amount of cash available for emergency welfare grants

Scottish Government doubles amount of cash available for emergency welfare grants

20 April 2020

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced a boost to welfare grants for those most in need – up from £5 million to £80 million.


90-year-old's Suilven challenge smashes through £250,000 mark

90-year-old's Suilven challenge smashes through £250,000 mark

90-year-old's Suilven challenge smashes through £250,000 mark

20 April 2020

A 90-year-old's Suilven climbing challenge has smashed through the £250,000 mark after inspiring people all over the world.


Independent expert advice to guide Scottish Government's economic response to Covid-19

Independent expert advice to guide Scottish Government's economic response to Covid-19

Independent expert advice to guide Scottish Government's economic response to Covid-19

20 April 2020

An independent advisory group has been set up to provide expert economic advice to the Scottish Government in response to the Covid-19 crisis.


Public urged to follow Covid-19 outdoor access guidance

Public urged to follow Covid-19 outdoor access guidance

Public urged to follow Covid-19 outdoor access guidance

20 April 2020

Walkers, joggers and cyclists are being urged to act responsibly when out for their local exercise during Covid-19 restrictions.


Advice for anyone dealing with traumatic events

Advice for anyone dealing with traumatic events

Advice for anyone dealing with traumatic events

19 April 2020

Advice for anyone who is dealing with traumatic events during the coronavirus lockdown


UK education secretary says he cannot give a date yet on when schools might go back

UK education secretary says he cannot give a date yet on when schools might go back

UK education secretary says he cannot give a date yet on when schools might go back

19 April 2020

It is too soon to say when schools might return the UK education secretary said today.


Scottish Government will take lockdown decisions on basis of impact on Scotland, health secretary says

Scottish Government will take lockdown decisions on basis of impact on Scotland, health secretary says

Scottish Government will take lockdown decisions on basis of impact on Scotland, health secretary says

19 April 2020

Health secretary Jeane Freeman said decisions about any changes to lockdown in Scotland will be taken with regard to the impact on Scottish people.


Coronavirus: How to help your teenager stay home during the extended lockdown period

Coronavirus: How to help your teenager stay home during the extended lockdown period

Coronavirus: How to help your teenager stay home during the extended lockdown period

19 April 2020

Barnardo’s Scotland is offering some advice online for parents.


Flight brings vital NHS supplies for coronavirus battle

Flight brings vital NHS supplies for coronavirus battle

Flight brings vital NHS supplies for coronavirus battle

19 April 2020

A charter flight carrying essential personal protective equipment (PPE) and NHS supplies has landed in Scotland.


Coronavirus, Covid–19, pandemic – what do all these terms mean?

Coronavirus, Covid–19, pandemic – what do all these terms mean?

Coronavirus, Covid–19, pandemic – what do all these terms mean?

18 April 2020

A guide to many of the terms flying about in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.


Minister insists people need parks to be open and close family can attend funerals

Minister insists people need parks to be open and close family can attend funerals

Minister insists people need parks to be open and close family can attend funerals

18 April 2020

Communities secretary Robert Jenrick delivered the UK government's daily Covid-19 briefing.


Coronavirus: your rights if your operation is cancelled

Coronavirus: your rights if your operation is cancelled

Coronavirus: your rights if your operation is cancelled

18 April 2020

A senior lawyer says that cancelled operations in the NHS should not be taken lying down.


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