Covid sufferers urged not to cuddle pets after pet dies of virus infected by owner

Nicola Sturgeon admitted there was a level of concern about the number of new cases linked to the Indian variant which has spread across parts of Europe. The Scottish Government's National Clinical Director Professor Jason Leitch said cases in Scotland's biggest city are higher than they would like and urged people to follow the rules to stop the further spread of the variant that has killed thousands in India.

coronavirus in the last 24 hours. The latest figures for Scotland showed that 345 new cases had been identified overnight, bringing the total number since the pandemic began to 228,423.

Perth teenager who was one of the youngest in Scotland to receive her COVID vaccine has been able to return to the classroom weeks earlier than expected. Holly Webster (16) began a phased return to Perth Grammar School from yesterday (May 10) having received her second coronavirus jab.

Christmas celebrations cancelled during the country's second lockdown, some joked they would push the festivities to summer in a bid to make up for lost time. Strict coronavirus restrictions in December 2020 meant that three households could form a 'bubble' - but only on Christmas Day.

Join thousands of others in getting the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox.The number of new covid infections in Renfrewshire has fallen to its lowest level in nine months.The local authority is now recording a covid infection rate of 12 cases per 100,000 of population.It comes as almost two thirds of all adults in the region have received a first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine.New data released by the National Records of Scotland reveals that on several days over the past

Nicola Sturgeon has promised she will work with Anas Sarwar’s Labour to help rebuild Scotland in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

iOS and Android.East Dunbartonshire has the second highest rate of 41.4 while East Ayrshire is third with 41.0.Currently, 21 of Scotland's 32 council regions have an infection rate below the national average of 21.4.This includes South Ayrshire (13.3) and North Ayrshire (16.3).0.0 Orkney Islands / Shetland Islands / Na h-Eileanan Siar 1.9 East Lothian2.3 Argyll & Bute 3.2 Midlothian6.9 Scottish Borders 7.7 Inverclyde8.7 Dundee City9.5 Angus11.0 Highland 11.5 Aberdeenshire12.3 Renfrewshire13.2 Pe

Perth and Kinross for the first time this month. Two residents passed away from the virus between April 19-25, according to the latest National Records of Scotland (NRS) statistics.

dementia on the back has been struck off. The Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) has removed Morag Thomson from the register after a hearing into her actions.

Covid-19 in work and died as a result. To mark International Workers' Memorial Day public buildings, including the SSE Hydro and Edinburgh Castle, will be lit up purple and the Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC) and Scottish Hazards have written to councils to urge them to do the same.

ploughed into her car.Jessica Aitken's skull was fractured and her jaw shattered, leaving her with long-lasting health issues.Miraculously, her unborn baby survived the crash.On Monday a court heard that when Calum MacIver was asked if he had been drinking he replied 'Aye and what.'MacIver, 64, of Caldercruix, Lanarkshire, admitted driving dangerously and causing serious injury to Ms Aitken.He also admitted being nearly three times over the drink limit.Hamilton Sheriff Court was told the crash

Join thousands of others in getting the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox.Covid-19 rates across West Dunbartonshire have risen fractionally above the Scottish average.The latest data published this afternoon, which covers the seven days to April 22, shows an increase in the number of Covid-19 cases locally from 15.7 per 100,000 to 29.2 per 100,000.Test positivity remains at 1.4 percent however, well before the five percent threshold outlined by the World Health Organisation

coronavirus vaccine which is being developed right on our front doorstep. Boffins behind the Valneva jab, which is being produced in Livingston, West Lothian, are seeking 4,000 volunteers to participate in clinical trials.

coronavirus in the last 24 hours, the Scottish Government has confirmed. The latest figures for Scotland also showed that 255 new cases had been identified overnight.

disabled fox hunt saboteur and his car.The 51-year-old victim was reportedly beaten on Kilallan Road, Houston, Renfrewshire in October last year.He was acting as a driver for the Glasgow Hunt Sabs group which monitors local fox hunting groups and tries to disrupt hunts.At the time they had been watching the actions of a hunt in the area.The Daily Record and Sunday Mail have always been at the forefront when it comes to reporting crime in Scotland.But did you know all the ways you can stay

puppy owner has spoken of her devastation after her beloved pooch has been left blind in one eye due to a 'freak accident'. Seven-month-old Springer Spaniel Teazal, was impaled in the eye by a branch while playing in the family garden last Friday leaving her with a horror injury.

here.The Crown Office statistics detail how many have died in each care home except where homes have four or fewer deaths for reasons of confidentiality.There are 198 care homes with fewer than five deaths but if each of those lost four residents to Covid the true picture could be nearer 4,000 deaths.A special Crown Office unit has been established to examine all deaths in care homes.The care home industry said they felt let down by the Scottish Government at the start of the outbreak while

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