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Charity says new figures show clear dangers of coronavirus for older people

Age Scotland has reacted to figures released today showing that 60 per cent of all Scottish deaths from Covid-19 were among people aged 75 and over.

More than 60 people in Highland hospitals with suspected coronavirus - and six in intensive care

MORE than 60 people were being treated for Covid-19 in Highland hospitals overnight – and six were in intensive care.

16 coronavirus deaths in the NHS Highland area

A total of 16 people have died of coronavirus in the NHS Highland area, according to new data from the National Records of Scotland.

'Don't drive to forest spots' plea issued by national body as part of coronavirus lockdown

"DON'T drive to our forests during the Covid-19 lockdown," the country's forestry organisation has pleaded ahead of the Easter weekend.

Chief scientific adviser sees evidence the lockdown is working

Chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance says figures indicate the lockdown and social distancing measures appear to be taking effect.

Prime Minister is a fighter, says Foreign Secretary

Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab has described Prime Minister Boris Johnson as a fighter.

Highland MP calls for all non-essential construction work to cease amid Covid-19 lockdown

ALL work on non-essential construction sites must stop, a Highland MP has stressed after the call was confirmed in new rules for the industry.

Ten new Highland coronavirus cases diagnosed, and Scottish death toll jumps sharply

TEN further coronavirus cases have been confirmed across the Highlands in the past 24 hours as the number of new diagnoses in Scotland rose by 268.

First Minister says Scotland is willing you on Boris

Scotland is “willing you on Boris, get well soon” according to First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.

VIDEO: Scotland's First Minister answers children's questions about coronavirus

Nicola Sturgeon has answered questions from children about coronavirus in an effort to address concerns they are facing in these challenging times.

Credit unions set to share in support package to help deal with financial consequences of coronavirus crisis

Credit unions across the Highlands and Islands are poised to share in a £20million support package as they battle to help vulnerable families.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is in intensive care a day after being admitted to hospital with coronavirus

Downing Street said in a statement that his condition had 'worsened' but that he is receiving 'excellent care'

Home workers during coronavirus may be able to claim tax rebate

People working from home are entitled to claim money back from the government – even if they are on a full-time salary.

Foreign Secretary reveals that tens of thousands of British nationals have been repatriated from abroad

Foreign Minister Dominic Raab has revealed tens of thousands of British nationals have been repatriated.

Grant changes aim to help self-catering businesses weather lockdown shock

SELF-catering businesses have been urged to check if they may be eligible for grants of up to £25,000 to help them through the Covid-19 lockdown.

Leading Highland GP welcomes appointment of interim chief medical officer

Dr Iain Kennedy said Dr Smith 'cares deeply about patients and our NHS'

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Scottish charities to get share of £60 million as chancellor unveils new aid package

Charity says new figures show clear dangers of coronavirus for older people

Charity says new figures show clear dangers of coronavirus for older people

More than 60 people in Highland hospitals with suspected coronavirus - and six in intensive care

More than 60 people in Highland hospitals with suspected coronavirus - and six in intensive care

16 coronavirus deaths in the NHS Highland area

16 coronavirus deaths in the NHS Highland area

'Don't drive to forest spots' plea issued by national body as part of coronavirus lockdown

'Don't drive to forest spots' plea issued by national body as part of coronavirus lockdown

Chief scientific adviser sees evidence the lockdown is working

Chief scientific adviser sees evidence the lockdown is working

Prime Minister is a fighter, says Foreign Secretary

Prime Minister is a fighter, says Foreign Secretary

Highland MP calls for all non-essential construction work to cease amid Covid-19 lockdown

Highland MP calls for all non-essential construction work to cease amid Covid-19 lockdown

Ten new Highland coronavirus cases diagnosed, and Scottish death toll jumps sharply

Ten new Highland coronavirus cases diagnosed, and Scottish death toll jumps sharply

First Minister says Scotland is willing you on Boris

First Minister says Scotland is willing you on Boris

VIDEO: Scotland's First Minister answers children's questions about coronavirus

VIDEO: Scotland's First Minister answers children's questions about coronavirus

Credit unions set to share in support package to help deal with financial consequences of coronavirus crisis

Credit unions set to share in support package to help deal with financial consequences of coronavirus crisis

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is in intensive care a day after being admitted to hospital with coronavirus

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is in intensive care a day after being admitted to hospital with coronavirus

Home workers during coronavirus may be able to claim tax rebate

Home workers during coronavirus may be able to claim tax rebate

Foreign Secretary reveals that tens of thousands of British nationals have been repatriated from abroad

Foreign Secretary reveals that tens of thousands of British nationals have been repatriated from abroad

Grant changes aim to help self-catering businesses weather lockdown shock

Grant changes aim to help self-catering businesses weather lockdown shock

Leading Highland GP welcomes appointment of interim chief medical officer

Leading Highland GP welcomes appointment of interim chief medical officer

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