Nicola Sturgeon coronavirus update LIVE as SNP leader confirms new restrictions this week

Cambuslang after testing positive for covid-19 was due to the illness making her "act out of character". Ms Ferrier had been asked to quit by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, the SNP's Westminster leader Ian Blackford and numerous other colleagues to stand down from her post.

coronavirus test.First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced the new figures at St Andrew's House in Edinburgh.It means a total of 2544 have passed away after testing positive for Covid-19 since the start of the pandemic.1246 new cases of coronavirus have been announced across Scotland in the same period.397 people are currently being treated in hospital with six in intensive care.440 new cases were reported in NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, 306 in Lanarkshire and 192 in Lothian.The alarming trend

To get the latest news on the coronavirus, sign up to our  newsletter. Scots face targeted restrictions instead of full lockdown.At yesterday’s coronavirus briefing in Edinburgh, Sturgeon said: “Let me be clear - we are not proposing another lockdown at this stage, not even on a temporary basis.“We are not going to be asking you to stay inside your own homes in the way you did back in March.”Restrictions on travel may be needed in “hotspot” areas but blanket rules will not be imposed on the

coronavirus restrictions on Wednesday. The First Minister said that imposing the next level of measures was 'the most difficult decision point we have faced so far'.

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lockdown restrictions to stop the rising number of Scots testing positive for coronavirus.Sturgeon yesterday warned the public it was "possible we will have to do more" but the Scottish Government did not come to a conclusion today.She met members of her Cabinet this morning to discuss whether a so-called "circuit breaker lockdown" is needed to reduce transmission of the disease in the community, with the SNP leader expected to make a statement to parliament later.We will bring you all the

lockdown restrictions are required to stop the rising number of Scots testing positive for coronavirus. Sturgeon yesterday warned the public it was "possible we will have to do more" after she announced a further 697 people had contracted the virus.

Coronavirus cases have continued to rise across Scotland over the weekend as four deaths were recorded. Nicola Sturgeon said infections are spreading to older people and suggested new restrictions will be considered by experts today and discussed by the government tomorrow.Deputy first minister John Swinney has also said it was a "cause for concern" and warned there could be further restrictions put in place.

Nicola Sturgeon stressed this included a large number of people who were tested on Friday and Saturday, with a backlog of results being added to Monday's figure. The total number of confirmed cases across the country is now stands at 28,604, with no new deaths recorded yesterday.

universities have seen large numbers of students testing positive since they returned to campus. Institutions told learners they weren't allowed to socialise with anyone outside their accommodation over the weekend.

coronavirus across Scotland.It comes six months since the country was first put into lockdown in March.Sturgeon also introduced at 10pm curfew for pubs, restaurants and bars, which will be enforced on Friday.Cases across the country have increased over the last two weeks as different parts of the economy open up for the first time since late March when the pandemic hit the UK.Over the previous 24-hour period, 383 new cases of the deadly virus were identified in Scotland and one person

link.The First Minister announced the new measures, which include an outright ban on indoor household gatherings.Pubs, bars and restaurants will also be required to close at 10pm from Friday.At the Scottish Parliament, MS Sturgeon said: “We will introduce a strict nationwide curfew for pubs, bars and restaurants.

coronavirus across Scotland. The First Minister will address the Scottish Parliament in Holyrood later today following an emergency COBRA meeting with the Prime Minister Boris Johnson and a meeting with her cabinet.

“Scottish Labour has consistently urged our governments on both sides of the border to get testing and contact tracing working at scale, but a failure to do so during the first lockdown has hampered our national effort to control the virus and stop it spiralling out of control.“Every effort must be made to ensure our testing and tracing system is working effectively and that people have the right financial and practical support to allow them to isolate when necessary."

Ayrshire seven new positive tests have been recorded since yesterday. The total for the region now stands at 1535.At the moment, 73 people are in hospital with coronavirus and 8 people are in intensive care.The First Minister said: "The Scottish Cabinet will meet tomorrow to take stock.

coronavirus cases continue to rise, according to a new poll. A study carried out by  YouGov  spoke to 2,690 people across the UK about a possible return to restrictions seen over March, April and May.

coronavirus cases continue to rise, according to a new poll. A study carried out by  YouGov  spoke to 2,690 people across the UK about a possible return to restrictions seen over March, April and May.

Nicola Sturgeon has been given assurances by the UK Government that access to testing will not be restricted in Scotland while a backlog of cases is dealt with south of the Border. The SNP leader said today she had held constructive talks with Matt Hancock, the UK health secretary, on the subject as public demand for Covid tests continues to grow.

Nicola Sturgeon takes questions on coronavirus in parliament.The First Minister announced 290 new cases in the past 24 hours and hinted at new nationwide lockdown restrictions.Earlier, Sturgeon said she cannot rule out imposing a curfew for pubs and restaurants if the number of Scots testing positive for Covid continues to rise.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.A second coronavirus death has been confirmed in Lanarkshire in the last two days.First Minister Nicola Sturgeon today announced that a person had died from Covid-19 for the second consecutive day in Scotland, both of which were in Lanarkshire.The news comes just days after additional coronavirus restrictions were brought in for people living in Lanarkshire following an increase in cases.Prior to this week,