Coronavirus: 15 new confirmed cases of Covid-19 in north-east
Confirmed cases of coronavirus in the north-east have jumped by 15 in the space of 24 hours.
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Coronavirus: How could contact tracing apps help the UK out of lockdown?
Technology such as smartphone apps could power contact tracing and help end the coronavirus lockdown, scientists have said.
Covid-19 antibody test ‘at least a month away’
A mass antibody test is at least a month away, a leading Government scientific adviser has said.
Motorist criticised after crashing while driving 10 miles to walk dog
Police have criticised a driver who crashed after an insect flew into the vehicle while they were driving 10 miles to go for a walk.
Two more people dead from coronavirus amid ‘difficult 24 hours’ for government
The number of people who have died in Scotland after contracting coronavirus is 222, a rise of two from Sunday, Nicola Sturgeon has said.
Games to play with friends and family online during lockdown
Thanks to the power of technology, we are still able to do things together online while being physically apart due to lockdown and social distancing.
Pharmacists facing rise in abuse amid coronavirus outbreak
Pharmacists across Scotland have reported an increase in abusive and aggressive behaviour during the coronavirus pandemic.
Covid-19: Face masks ‘may help protect some households and the vulnerable’
There is no strong evidence to support the general public wearing face masks to protect against Covid-19, researchers have said, although they may offer some protection for the vulnerable or those living with somebody who is ill.
Boris Johnson in ‘good spirits’ but virus symptoms ‘remain persistent’ – No 10
Boris Johnson is still in hospital under observation but had a “comfortable” night after being admitted on Sunday with persistent coronavirus symptoms, Downing Street has said.
Inverurie Locos boss Andy Low moves to keep players on track
Inverurie Locos boss Andy Low has still given his squad an appraisal of the season – and his hopes for next term – despite the abrupt end to the campaign.
Parks will be closed as ‘last resort’ if people keep breaking rules, warns LGA
Councils will be forced to shut parks as a last resort if people keep breaking social distancing rules, it has been warned.
Camilla reunited with Charles after ending self-isolation
The Duchess of Cornwall has been reunited with the Prince of Wales after coming out of self isolation – just days before their 15th wedding anniversary.
Twelfth parades in NI cancelled due to pandemic
Northern Ireland’s loyalist Twelfth of July parades this summer have been cancelled for the first time since the Second World War due to coronavirus, the Orange Order said.
US braced for ‘9/11 moment’ as parts of Europe see glimmers of hope
The United States is braced for one of its darkest weeks in living memory amid the coronavirus pandemic, as some hard-hit European areas were seeing glimmers of hope.
Musical theatre costume designers make scrubs for NHS medics
Musical theatre costume designers are making scrubs for NHS medics working on the frontline in the battle against coronavirus.
Sepa warns businesses of ‘uncompromising’ response to Covid-19 rulebreakers
A public body has warned businesses they will meet an “uncompromising” regulator if they try to flout relaxed environmental standards during the coronavirus outbreak.
Communities Minister – private tenants will not be evicted during virus crisis
Housing tenants will not be evicted during the Covid-19 crisis in Northern Ireland, Stormont’s communities minister said.
Taqa confirms a further seven suspected Covid-19 cases on North Sea platform
Oil and gas operator Taqa has confirmed a further seven suspected cases of coronavirus on a North Sea platform – taking the firm’s total to 20 across two assets.
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes: NHS workers fighting coronavirus on front-line are the heroes
Boss Derek McInnes today said NHS staff and front-line workers during the coronavirus outbreak are the real heroes – not the Dons players and management taking wage deferrals.
Duran Duran’s John Taylor reveals he is recovering after coronavirus diagnosis
Duran Duran bassist John Taylor has said he is recovering at home after testing positive for Covid-19.
Huw Edwards urges viewers to follow rules after hospital visit with pneumonia
Huw Edwards has warned people to follow the guidelines for slowing the spread of Covid-19 as he revealed he has been in hospital with pneumonia.
Catherine Calderwood’s ‘very capable’ deputy to step up following resignation
Scotland’s “very capable” deputy chief medical officer will replace Dr Catherine Calderwood following her resignation but it will be up to the First Minister to appoint a permanent successor, Jeane Freeman has said.
Queen’s coronavirus address watched by more than 23m
The Queen’s address to the nation on Sunday evening was watched by more than 23 million people.
Spike in migrant crossings as lockdown UK basks in sun
At least 80 migrants risked their lives to try to cross the Channel as the UK experienced a sunny weekend in lockdown.
Japan’s PM to declare state of emergency
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has said he will declare a state of emergency for Tokyo and six other prefectures as early as Tuesday to fight the coronavirus outbreak but there will be no hard lockdowns.
Covid-19: What is the UK’s exit strategy from lockdown?
Thoughts are turning to how the UK will end its period of lockdown and start the transition back to normal life.
Aberdeen chief Dave Cormack reckons there might be no more football in front of fans in 2020
Aberdeen chairman Dave Cormack fears there could be no more Scottish football in front of supporters until the end of the year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Labour’s new shadow chancellor interrupted by daughter in live interview
Labour’s new shadow chancellor calmly handled her first big test in the role when her young daughter burst into the room during a live interview.
First Aberdeen reassures customers after two employees suffer from coronavirus
Both employees are recovering at home in self-isolation, but the transport giant has moved to reassure customers and the wider public that its vehicles are thoroughly and regularly cleaned and disinfected.
SEC not charging rent to use venue as emergency coronavirus hospital
The SEC will not be charging rent for the event centre to be used as an emergency hospital during the coronavirus crisis, the Health Secretary has said.