Extra £4.25m made available to help victims of domestic abuse
Organisations helping women who have suffered domestic abuse are to get extra cash to help with the increase in demand for services during the coronavirus pandemic.
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68% of adults ‘still concerned about climate change one year on from demo’
One year after Scotland’s largest climate strike, more than 65% of adults still believe climate change is an immediate and urgent problem, according to a new survey.
Lib Dems call for improvements to coronavirus tracking
The Scottish Government should adopt “common sense” improvements to coronavirus tracking proposed by an expert in public health, the Scottish Liberal Democrats leader has said.
Latest figures show one more Aberdeen death linked to Covid-19
The latest Covid-19 figures for Scotland show three more confirmed coronavirus patients have died, including one in Aberdeen.
Three new Covid-19 deaths in Scotland
The latest Covid-19 figures for Scotland show three more confirmed coronavirus patients have died, bringing the total number of deaths under that measure to 2,505.
Warning second national lockdown would leave thousands out of work and destroy Aberdeen firms
Aberdeen chiefs have warned a national lockdown would spell disaster for Aberdeen - with one claiming it would prove the "kiss of death" for businesses in the city.
Coronavirus: Aberdeen music teacher hits out over lack of clarity on plans for singing lessons
A north-east teacher has spoken of his frustration at the lack of clarity over singing lessons amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Sturgeon urges PM to convene emergency talks as Covid-19 cases rise
Nicola Sturgeon has called on the Prime Minister to convene an emergency meeting this weekend to discuss what further steps are needed to combat the rising number of coronavirus cases.
203 new Covid-19 cases in Scotland in past 24 hours – including 10 in the north-east
A further 10 people have been diagnosed with coronavirus in the past 24 hours in the north-east.
Edinburgh Rugby academy player tests positive for Covid-19 after rules breach
An Edinburgh Rugby academy player who breached coronavirus rules by attending a house party has tested positive for Covid-19.
Nicola Sturgeon warns ‘hard decisions’ on restrictions may be needed within days
Nicola Sturgeon has warned “hard but necessary” decisions may be needed in the coming days to prevent another national lockdown.
Government to back Labour MSP’s Bill to protect Scotland’s shop workers
The Scottish Government will back new laws being put forward by a Labour MSP aimed at improving protection for shop staff.
Fresh calls for mandatory testing to protect Aberdeen airport jobs
The Scottish Government is facing fresh calls to introduce mandatory coronavirus testing for air passengers amid claims jobs could be lost at Aberdeen International Airport.
North-east councillor welcomes installation of solar panels
Solar panels are being fitted to the homes of residents living in a north-east town.
Slovenia and Guadelope added to coronavirus quarantine list
Travellers coming into Scotland from Slovenia and Guadeloupe will need to self-isolate for 14 days on their return, it has been announced.
Justice Secretary urged to say if changes will be made to Hate Crime Bill
Justice Secretary Humza Yousaf is being urged to make clear if the Scottish Government will change controversial new hate crime legislation before the end of Holyrood’s October break.
290 new Covid-19 cases in Scotland in past 24 hours – including 13 in north-east
A further 13 people have been diagnosed with coronavirus in the north-east in the past 24 hours.
More than 100 told to self-isolate through Protect Scotland app
More than 100 people have been told to self-isolate as a result of the Protect Scotland coronavirus contact tracing app, according to the First Minister.
Indyref2 not a priority for the majority of Scots, poll finds
Fewer than a third of Scots believe an independence referendum should be a priority for the Scottish Government, according to a new poll.
Work progressing at Aberdeen nurseries ahead of childcare expansion
Work to upgrade or replace a number of Aberdeen nurseries is progressing ahead of the delayed expansion of early learning and childcare hours.
Groups share £1.6m to take ownership of local projects
Community groups have been given the opportunity to take over local projects with £1.6 million of funding from the Scottish Land Fund.
New £4m fund to help improve 5G connectivity across Scotland
The Scottish Government has announced £4 million in funding to speed up the roll-out of 5G across the country.
Fuel poverty to be tackled with additional £16m in funding
More funding has been announced to help families in fuel poverty install insulation and energy-efficient heating systems.
Airport bosses and ministers hold talks over coronavirus testing pilot scheme
Talks have taken place with the aviation sector over a pilot scheme to test passengers arriving at airports for coronavirus, Transport Secretary Michael Matheson has told MSPs.
Sturgeon has ‘huge sympathy’ for people unable to see relatives in care homes
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said she has “huge sympathy” for relatives unable to see loved ones in care homes.
16 new coronavirus cases in the north-east as Scottish total rises by 267
A further 16 people have been diagnosed with coronavirus in the past 24 hours in the north-east.
Exams at ‘very real risk’ of disruption again next year, Swinney tells MSPs
Education Secretary John Swinney has warned there is a “very real risk” that plans to hold exams could be disrupted again next year.
Scots urged to act now to prevent rise in coronavirus deaths
Action is needed now to prevent a rise in coronavirus deaths in the coming weeks, Nicola Sturgeon has said.
Protesters demand families have more contact with relatives in care homes
Campaigners have gathered outside the Scottish Parliament to call for care home visiting restrictions to be eased.
Scottish economy shrinks by 19.4% in three months
The Scottish economy contracted 19.4% in the second quarter of the year, the latest figures show.