Travel ban exemption allows cancer patient to take children on ‘final holiday’
A mother with cancer will be allowed to go on a “final holiday” with her children despite Scotland’s travel ban, Nicola Sturgeon has said.
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Concerns raised as schools to stay open in Level 4 restriction areas
Concerns have been raised over the decision for schools to remain open in areas where Level 4 restrictions will come into effect from Friday evening.
Scottish businesses face ‘body blow’ with Level 4 restrictions, experts warn
Introducing Level 4 restrictions to 11 council areas in Scotland in the weeks before Christmas will deal small businesses a “body blow”, experts have warned.
Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire breathes sigh of relief as Sturgeon confirms no change in status
There will be no changes to coronavirus restrictions in the north-east of Scotland this week, Nicola Sturgeon has announced.
Sturgeon aims to reflect ‘incredible efforts’ of NHS workers in new pay deal
The Scottish Government hopes to agree a new pay deal for NHS workers that will recognise their “incredible efforts” during the coronavirus pandemic, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said.
Areas of Scotland set for level four restrictions but no comment from first minister on changes for Aberdeenshire
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has stressed "things are not getting worse for Scotland" despite a steady increase in coronavirus cases.
Sturgeon expects PM to honour furlough cash commitment
Nicola Sturgeon has told the Prime Minister she expects him to stick to his word and provide Scotland with furlough cash if the country has to go into lockdown later than England.
Aberdeen professor says national lockdown for Scotland ‘wouldn’t be a good idea’
A leading Aberdeen professor has spoken out against the potential of imposing a second national lockdown across Scotland, and stressed the country should be following New Zealand's lead.
Nicola Sturgeon issues statement following England lockdown announcement
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has released a statement in response to Boris Johnson's briefing.
Scots urged not to travel to England amid reports Boris Johnson is considering a national lockdown
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has responded to reports Boris Johnson is considering a national lockdown and asked people not to travel to England.
Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day events cancelled due to restrictions
Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day events across Scotland have been cancelled due to measures to tackle the coronavirus pandemic.
MSPs to debate new five-tier lockdown strategy
MSPs are due to debate the strategic framework for tackling Covid-19, which was published on Friday.
Care home operator urged to be more transparent over coronavirus outbreaks
Solicitors representing the families of residents who died at a Skye care home have called for its former operator to be more transparent in its handling of coronavirus outbreaks.
Return of students after Christmas could be staggered, says Education Secretary
The return of students to university after spending Christmas at home could be staggered, according to the Education Secretary.
Coronavirus deaths in Scotland rise by 11 with 1,433 new cases
Deaths from coronavirus have risen by 11 in Scotland in the past 24 hours, the Scottish Government has announced.
Glasgow Licensing Board asks to ‘allow premises that serve meals to remain open’
Glasgow Licensing Board has asked the Scottish Government “to allow licensed premises that serve meals to the public to remain open, even without serving alcohol”.
Supermarkets in Wales to only sell ‘essential’ items
Supermarkets in Wales will not be allowed to sell items such as clothing and hardware during the Covid-19 firebreak lockdown, First Minister Mark Drakeford has said.
Hospitality bosses launch Save our Jobs campaign as restrictions extended
Hospitality bosses have launched a campaign calling for urgent support for the industry after restrictions were extended for another week.
Small businesses demand clarity as temporary Covid-19 restrictions near end
A small business group has called for clarity from the Scottish Government over coronavirus restrictions.
Poll finds public backs Scottish Government’s coronavirus handling over UK
A new poll has found the public views Scottish ministers’ handling of coronavirus as markedly better than their UK counterparts.
Henry McLeish calls for country to unite behind Nicola Sturgeon in ‘war on coronavirus’
A former first minister has called on the country to leave political "bickering" aside and rally behind Scotland's current leader during the pandemic.
Glasgow hospital ward closed to new admissions after Covid-19 outbreak
A ward at Scotland’s biggest hospital has been closed to new admissions after an outbreak of coronavirus among patients and staff.
Sturgeon highlights importance of free press in piece supporting Journalism Matters Week
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said she is a "firm believer" in a "free and fearless press" as she discussed the vital role the media plays in democracy in an op-ed to support Journalism Matters Week.
Opposition parties push for action over parent and baby groups
Opposition MSPs have called for the Scottish Government to allow parent and baby groups to go ahead.
Frank Gilfeather: McLeish off target with appeal on football clubs
First, the stark, eye-popping fact: almost 100,000 people in Scotland could lose their jobs by the end of the year as the Covid crisis bites more deeply.
Union calls for key worker bonus payment for council workers
A union is calling for council workers who worked during the Covid-19 lockdown to receive a “key worker” bonus.
Self-isolation payment applications to open on October 12
Applications for a new payment to support those on low incomes to self-isolate will open on October 12, the Social Security Secretary has announced.
Union doing ‘everything possible’ to avert engineering job losses
Around a quarter of jobs are to be lost at an East Ayrshire factory as part of an engineering firm’s workforce reduction plans, a union has claimed.
Police respond to 300 house parties on weekend of tighter restrictions
Police Scotland responded to “at least” 300 house parties on the first weekend of tighter restrictions across the country, according to figures from the force.
Extra police on the streets as hospitality curfew comes into force
Extra police will be on Scotland’s streets as bars and restaurants are put under a 10pm curfew.