Scottish Government confirms 2,134 cases and no new Covid deaths in last 24 hours

coronavirus deaths overnight and a further 1,004 new positive cases. The latest figures were announced this afternoon as the virus continues to spread across the country.

Scottish Government has confirmed that no people have died from coronavirus in the last 24 hours.

Perth and Kinross died from COVID-19 last week, according to official statistics. Data from the National Records of Scotland shows the deaths occurred between July 12 and 19.It is the highest weekly total since the week beginning February 22.Perth and Kinross has now recorded multiple COVID deaths in four of the last five weeks after cases rose dramatically in the region.

were forced into self-isolation after flouting Covid rules at a colleague’s retirement do. Insiders at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital claimed more than 40 people met for a celebration in a pub in Glasgow’s Maryhill.

The latest figures were announced this afternoon as new infections continue to surge across the country.515 people are currently in Scottish hospitals battling the virus, with 46 requiring intensive care.A total of 321,202 Scots have now caught coronavirus since the start of the pandemic with 7,772 deaths recorded.3,948,446 people have now had their first dose of the vaccine while 2,914,904 have had their second.

to drop the £20 uplift to Universal Credit (UC) will leave vulnerable families struggling. UC payments were increased in the wake of the covid pandemic but Tory ministers now plan to remove this at the end of September – a move already branded “indefensible” by the Scottish Government.

John Swinney.The country's Deputy First Minister - and Covid Recovery Minister - revealed the detail from the Scottish Government's modelling, which predicts the number of cases and deaths as a result of the virus.First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced today that Scotland would move to the lowest of its Covid-19 restrictions on July 19 as planned.It means up to eight people from up to four households can meet within homes, while outside up to 15 people from up to 15 households can get together

coronavirus deaths overnight but a further 2,048 new positive cases. The latest figures were announced this afternoon as the virus continues to spread across the country.

schools in Scotland is not enforceable, according to leading education experts. Despite plans down south to limit the days students can bring their mobile devices into classrooms, the Scottish Government have said they do not want to follow suit.

coronavirus deaths overnight and a further 2,190 new positive cases. The latest figures were announced this afternoon as the virus continues to spread across the country.

Head over to our new Lanarkshire Live Facebook page to make sure you're up to date with the top stories in the region“Not all staff demonstrated an understanding or knowledge of infection prevention and control measures, including the correct use of PPE or the safe disposal of domestic and clinical waste.”A letter of serious concern was issued.And now, an “improvement notice” has been served.

coronavirus deaths overnight and a further 3,216 new positive cases. The latest figures were announced this afternoon as the virus continues to spread across the country.

PAISLEY DAILY EXPRESS: Live news as it happensCovid infections in Renfrewshire reached an all time high last week, with the area currently recording an infection rate of 489 cases per 100,000 of population.In the week to Monday, an incredible 875 new cases were identified.The rollout of the vaccine has been offering increased protection to vulnerable groups, but hospital admissions across the area are increasing.The leader of Scottish Labour has demanded a return to parliament for MSPs, arguing

coronavirus deaths have been reported in Scotland with 3,799 new positive cases overnight. The Scottish Government announced the latest figures this afternoon as the virus continues to spread across the country.

Perth and Kinross. Both residents passed away from the virus between June 28 and July 4, according to the latest National Records of Scotland (NRS) statistics.It marks the third and fourth deaths registered in the region this month with two more residents passing away from the virus between June 14-20.The number of deaths in the region, where COVID is mentioned on the death certificate, this year now stands at 123.

Scottish Government has confirmed that six people have died from coronavirus in the last 24 hours.

coronavirus deaths have been reported in Scotland with 2372 new positive cases overnight. The Scottish Government announced the latest figures this afternoon as the virus continues to spread across the country.

coronavirus deaths have been reported in Scotland with 2726 new positive cases overnight. The Scottish Government announced the latest figures this afternoon as the virus continues to spread across the country.

youth care charity Kibble, has supported more than 270 children and young people since it was established in 2013.

coronavirus deaths have been reported in Scotland with X new positive cases overnight. The Scottish Government announced the latest figures this afternoon as the virus continues to spread across the country.