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Covid infection rate figures for every council area as part of Public Health Scotland update

Scotland – as the number of people being treated in hospital for the illness remains static.The Scottish Government and Public Health Scotland have this afternoon published the latest sets of statistics as part of the national Covid-19 daily briefing.Nationally, there are 529 patients being treated in hospital which is the same number as yesterday. There are currently 51 people with the disease being treated in ICU.

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Scotland records 7 new Covid deaths as cases raise by 1,686 overnight

Covid deaths in the past 24 hours. The latest figures for Scotland showed that 1,686 new cases had been identified overnight, bringing the total number of positive tests since the pandemic began to 334,141.

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Covid in Scotland LIVE as Scots health board cancels surgeries amid 'sustained pressure'

NHSLanarkshire are facing staff shortages, with annual leave and staff having to self-isolate as a result of contacts outside of work the main cause. As of Tuesday, July 20 there are 81 Covid-19 cases across its three acute sites, University Hospital Hairmyres, Monklands and Wishaw, with seven people in intensive care.

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Rangers on alert after Arsenal Covid outbreak days after Ibrox friendly clash

Rangers at Ibrox. The Gunners have scrapped their Florida Cup pre-season trip to the USA after a "small number" of their touring party tested positive for Covid-19.

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Surgeries cancelled as Scots health board experiences 'sustained pressure' from rise in cases

NHSLanarkshire facing staff shortages. Annual leave and staff having to self-isolate as a result of contacts outside of work, were causing the pressure, along with trying to maintain and recover services - including planned operations.

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Arsenal cancel pre-season tour of US as Covid strikes Gunners camp

Arsenal have been forced to cancel their pre-season tour of the United States following an outbreak of Covid-19 in the camp.The Gunners had been due to travel to the US and take on Inter Milan in the semi-final of the Florida Cup on Sunday.The winner of that match was then scheduled to face either Everton or Colombian side Millonarios in the final on July 28. Those plans have now been shelved after a small number of positive Covid-19 cases were confirmed with the Arsenal squad.

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Nicola Sturgeon's Covid briefings attracted 250,000 viewers at height of pandemic, MPs told

BBC Scotland over its broadcasting of the briefings, head of news and current affairs Gary Smith defended them as he said they contained "important public health information”. Smith said audience numbers for the briefings, in which the First Minister is questioned by journalists on coronavirus issues, had “varied”.

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Callous Scots taxi driver put lives of passengers at risk by picking up fares despite being diagnosed with Covid-19

pensioners including a 91-year-old woman, an 82-year-old man and care home workers after testing positive last December. Leadbetter, 59, also ferried desperately ill passengers to and from Edinburgh Royal Infirmary who were attending for dialysis treatment while failing to wear a protective mask.

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Delays to bin collections across West Lothian caused by covid absences

“The high levels of absence currently in our waste team due to a wide range of factors, including Covid-related issues not connected to their work, means we do not currently have the resources to complete all planned collections. “In the current warm conditions, prioritising brown and grey bins is essential, which means blue bin collections will be disrupted.

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Scots learner drivers forced to travel to England for theory test amid Covid backlog

coronavirus pandemic, which has left many learner drivers in limbo. As a result, many learner drivers have been unable to book theory tests as centres continue to deal with a major backlog.

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Perth Prison in lockdown as over 100 test positive for COVID

Perth Prison has gone into lockdown with all inmates self-isolating due to a major coronavirus outbreak.

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Covid in Scotland LIVE as Nicola Sturgeon set to hold briefing today

Scotland's long-awaited move to Level 0 in Covid restrictions, meaning a range of new freedom for people up and down the country. And today, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon will hold a briefing to update Scots on the latest case numbers, trends and advice.

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Nicola Sturgeon to hold covid briefing as Scotland debates vaccine passports

nightclubs and other indoor events with large crowds in England will be required from September to check in advance whether ticket holders have been double jabbed before being allowed in. Clubs, backbench Tories and opposition MPs criticised Johnson’s announcement on Monday – the day that clubs in England were allowed to open for the first time since March last year.

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COVID cases continue to fall but Perth and Kinross residents told 'we are not out of the woods'

Perth and Kinross as the area enters level zero of restrictions – but nearly 10 per cent of the adult population remain completely unvaccinated. Back on June 18 First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said it was expected all Scottish adults would have had their first dose of the vaccine by July 18.But the latest figures show 9.1 per cent of over 18s in Perth and Kinross have still not had any dose.The largest proportion of unvaccinated adults are those aged 18 to 29.

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Covid in Scotland LIVE as the country moves to Level 0 restrictions

Scotland edged closer to normality today as the country moved into Level 0 Covid restrictions. A number of local authority areas have been stuck with level one and level two restrictions for a number of weeks due to a spike in infections caused by the Delta variant.

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Still Game star 'wouldn't know where he would be' without covid vaccine after becoming ill with virus

Still Game star Gavin Mitchell has praised Covid vaccines after becoming ill with the virus since receiving both jags. The Scottish actor, who is famed for his role as Boaby the Barman, came down with symptoms of Covid after recording a positive test.Gavin, who is 56-years-old, was lucky to have been given both doses of the vaccine at this point.

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Scotland's Covid contact tracing system explained - including length of self-isolation for close contacts

Covid have come into the spotlight once again. Tory Health Secretary Sajid Javid revealed that he had tested positive for the virus on Saturday, In a video, the UK Government minister said that he had received both vaccinations and was experiencing ‘mild’ symptoms.

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All Scots adults who attended Covid vaccine appointment to have first dose by end of today

Public Health Scotland on Saturday shows that almost a third of those aged 18 to 29 (31.6%) have not had their first dose yet, with the figure at 19.5% for those aged 30 to 39. Just one in five (20.2%) 18 to 29-year-olds have been double-jabbed, with the figure at 30.4% for 30 to 39-year-olds, the statistics show.Health Secretary Humza Yousaf hailed the "incredible work" of everyone involved in the vaccination programme.

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Boris Johnson performs spectacular U-turn on self-isolation after he is accused of 'destroying' covid rules

Get the latest Scottish politics news sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletterBoris Johnson has quickly caved to public anger and agreed to self-isolate after having contact with health Secretary Sajid Javid who tested covid positive on the weekend.The Prime Minister faced growing public anger on Sunday morning after officials said Johnson and chancellor Rishi Sunak would avoid self-isolating like thousands of others because Downing Street is taking part in a pilot daily testing programme.After widespread criticism the Tory leader took just two hours and 42 minutes to perform a dramatic U-turn and announce that he would be self-isolating at Chequers, the Prime Minister’s country retreat.A Downing Street spokesman said: “He was

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Graham Dorrans on life in Australia amid a pandemic as former Rangers star insists injury woes are gone

Graham Dorrans and his family after swapping Glasgow for Western Sydney. But the former Scotland and Rangers midfielder has no regrets as he looks to relaunch his career back home.

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Scots teen's Long Covid has left her with hair falling out, chronic pain and 'virus toes'

Covid in December 2020, as did her mum Kirsty, 42, dad Ross, 43, and brothers Calum, 16, and Finlay, 11. While the rest of the family got better, Morgan’s health deteriorated and she began getting skin rashes, joint and muscle pain, dizziness, fatigue, insomnia, headaches and brain fog.

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Vulnerable Scots should have confidence in the coronavirus vaccine rollout, says Jason Leitch

Jason Leitch. Despite restrictions being relaxed, he has issued an assurance to “at risk” groups that they can carry out everyday activities despite Covid-19 cases continuing to rise.

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Scottish Government confirms four Covid deaths and 2,317 new cases in last 24 hours

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.

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Scots prison in lockdown due to major Covid outbreak as all inmates isolate

a rise of 85 since Wednesday when the Scottish Prison Service (SPS) confirmed 12 cases. As a precautionary measure all of the inmates at the jail are currently isolating while mass testing is carried out.

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Public Health Scotland latest with Covid infection rate data for every council region

Scotland as the number of patients being treated for the disease in hospital drops.Data has been published by the Scottish Government and Public Health Scotland this afternoon as part of the national Covid-19 daily briefing.Nationally, there are 532 patients being treated in hospital which is down 11 from yesterday. There are currently 48 people with the disease being treated in ICU.

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Renfrewshire is one of the deadliest communities for covid in Scotland

PAISLEY DAILY EXPRESS: Live news as it happensRenfrewshire has so far seen 527 lives lost to the virus, recording a death rate of 227 per 100,000 of population.Only Glasgow City, with a rate of 260 per 100,000, has suffered more losses when age and other social factors have been taken into account.Mr Bibby - who has called for more support for areas hardest hit by the virus - said gaping inequalities must be addressed as we emerge from the pandemic.“My thoughts are with all those who have lost loved ones during this awful crisis,” he said.“Renfrewshire’s painful experience of covid has compounded long-standing inequalities and deep-rooted deprivation.“The hardest hit places need extra support to get us through this crisis and to build for

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Troon want to make it a season to remember as fans return following Covid lockdown

Troon are ready to come out the blocks as they strive to make this season one to remember.The Portland Park No 2 has already been boosted with the return of fans to pre-season friendlies following the Covid lock-out.And he wants to give the Seasiders faithful plenty to cheer as they line up for the beginning of their West of Scotland League Premier Division campaign."We’re looking forward to getting the league campaign underway," he said ahead of Saturday's opener at Kilwinning Rangers.

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Done with Dundas: Toronto to remove racist figure’s name from streets, infrastructure

Streets and buildings in Toronto bearing the name of Henry Dundas will get a new moniker, because of his connection to slavery.

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SNP MSP welcomes cautious COVID approach while Tories question slowing vaccine rates

iOS - Android The limit on attendance at weddings and funerals will increase to 200 people.Travellers who are fully vaccinated through a UK vaccination programme and children arriving into Scotland will no longer be required to self-isolate and take a day eight test, but adults and children over 12 will still take tests before travelling and on day two after arrival.Face coverings will continue to be mandatory in certain settings.Ms Adamson said: “It is good news to see the move to level 0 from next Monday."We can start to enjoy a return to some level of normality following the most difficult year that I think many of us can remember.“But I am heartened to see that the Scottish Government is acting cautiously, proportionately, and sensibly.

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Covid: Balearic Islands removed from green travel list in blow for holidaymakers

Spain, and who have not been double-vaccinated, will have to self-isolate at home for 10 days upon their return home.In a boost for holidaymakers, Croatia and Bulgaria will go green, meaning arrivals in Scotland will not have to isolate for 10 days on return regardless of their vaccine status.Hong Kong and Taiwan will also be added to the green list, while the British Virgin Islands will go amber.Cuba, Indonesia, Myanmar and Sierra Leone will be added to the red list, meaning 10 days of isolation in a quarantine hotel are mandatory.All changes take effect from 4am on Monday.Minister for environment Mairi McAllan said: “From the outset we have said caution is required regarding international travel and people should think very carefully

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Covid in Scotland LIVE as warning issued over backlog in hospital operations and cancer procedures

Glasgow teacher who claims’ women will die’ over delays in vital hospital treatment. Rachel Lees has been left waiting more than seven months for a cancer screening that should have been arranged within eight weeks.

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Police launch new scheme to reduce vehicle crime in Ayrshire as crooks strike after Covid

Ayrshire from being targeted by heartless criminals. During the past year, when the country was subject to a range of coronavirus restrictions, recorded crime fell.However, as crime rates return to pre-Covid levels, officers are seeing a rise in the number of cars, vans and motorcycles being stolen, or having items swiped from within.Attempted theft of vehicles has increased across Scotland, and in a number of divisions, there has been an increase in the number of vehicles successfully stolen.

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The Scottish Government confirms 11 Covid deaths and 2,636 new cases in last 24 hours

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. It comes as there has been a coronavirus outbreak in the Carrier Strike Group (CSG), which includes the Scots-built Royal Navy flagship HMS Queen Elizabeth.

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Homeowners who bought during the pandemic feel regret after rushed viewings and high prices

coronavirus pandemic regret how much they paid, according to a survey.

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Covid in Scotland LIVE as face masks could remain mandatory until Christmas

face masks could remain mandatory for people in Scotland until Christmas.John Swinney was asked if the rules around coverings implemented during the height of the first wave of the covid pandemic could stay in place until December, he replied "that's perfectly conceivable". During a Scottish Government announcement yesterday on the latest lockdown situation in Scotland Nicola Sturgeon said mask rules would remain passed ' Freedom Day ' on August 9.

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Covid in Scotland: Face masks could remain mandatory until Christmas, says John Swinney

covid pandemic could stay in place until December, he replied "that's perfectly conceivable". During a Scottish Government announcement yesterday on the latest lockdown situation in Scotland Nicola Sturgeon said mask rules would remain passed ' Freedom Day ' on August 9.

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Scots could record up to 10,5000 new covid cases when country moves to Level 0

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 either in private gardens or public places.However when asked about how the country will be affected by this, Mr Swinney told BBC Scotland's Drivetime: "Obviously it varies quite significantly in relation to the position on the modelling, the

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Nicola Sturgeon covid update LIVE as Scotland to move to Level 0 next week

First Minister addressed MSPs at virtual meeting at Holyrood on whether the country was ready to be placed at Level 0 from Monday, July 19.During the announcement the SNP said face masks would remain in place for "some time to come" which is in conflict with what the Prime Minister Boris Johnson said would happen in England.Over the last 24 hours 2,529 people have tested positive for the deadly virus in Scotland.In that same time period four Scots have passed away, it means that 7,761 people have died after returning a positive test since March last year.

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Covid vaccines drop to lowest level in three months as Nicola Sturgeon says programme going as 'quickly as possible'

vaccination rates in Scotland dropped to their lowest level in three months. The Scottish and UK Governments both follow guidance on jabs from the Joint Committee on Vaccines and Immunisations (JCVI).

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Lanarkshire to move down to level zero Covid restrictions

iOS - Android Nicola Sturgeon confirmed that the level zero move would go ahead in a statement to a virtual meeting of the Scottish Parliament this afternoon.However, the First Minister added that “certain mitigations such as the mandatory wearing of face masks will remain not just now but for some time to come”.She said: “This is not just to give added added protection to the population as a whole, but to those amongst us who are particuarly vulnerable and have to shield; lifting all restrictions right now would risk the imposition of shielding by default.“If governments believe measures like this matter, we should say so and do what is necessary to ensure compliance – we shouldn’t lift important restrictions to make our lives easier and

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Outlander star brings new gym concept to Glasgow with free classes for youngsters with mental health issues

Outlander star Paul Donnelly is bringing a brand new gym concept to Scotland - and is offering free fitness classes and personalised training for victims of domestic abuse and youngsters suffering with mental health issues. The big hearted Scottish actor and fight coach will open new gym concept BXNG in Milngavie this August.

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Nicola Sturgeon confirms covid lockdown easing in Scotland will go ahead

Pubs and restaurants will be expected to close by midnight - earlier than anticipated - and Scots should continue to work from home where possible, delaying the move back into offices. The First Minister made the announcement to MSPs at a virtual meeting of the Scottish Parliament today, where she said mandatory use of face coverings was likely to remain for "some time to come".

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Great Scottish Run cancelled this year due to coronavirus pandemic

coronavirus pandemic. The event, which takes place every year in the streets of Glasgow, was scheduled on Sunday, October 3, 2021.

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Covid Scotland LIVE as Nicola Sturgeon due to announce Level 0 plans

First Minister will address MSPs at Holyrood on whether the country is ready to be placed at Level 0 from Monday. Such a move would mean Scots will be living with covid rules like social distancing longer than people in England, after Boris Johnson last night confirmed his intention to scrap all legal restrictions south of the Border from July 19.

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Nicola Sturgeon to give covid lockdown update as Scotland set to move to Level 0

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Covid-19 outbreak at Scots prison leaves families 'gravely concerned' as they claim virus is 'out of control'

Covid-19 at a Scots prison has left families “gravely concerned” as they claim the virus is “out of control.” It comes a week after a nurse described the situation at HMP Low Moss in Bishopbriggs, East Dunbartonshire as pure hell. The prison, which houses around 760, currently has 104 prisoners isolating, with 20 confirmed cases of the virus.

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Boris Johnson accused of playing 'fast and loose' with public health after announcing end to face covering rules in England

Boris Johnson has been accused of playing “fast and loose” with public health after announcing an end to rules on face coverings in England from next week. The Prime Minister urged caution as he announced the lifting of lockdown measures in England from 19 July but caused confusion by dropping the mandatory use of face masks.

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

coronavirus deaths overnight but a further 2,134 new positive cases. The latest figures were announced this afternoon as the virus continues to spread across the country.However, a delay at the Glasgow lighthouse lab is causing today's figures to be lower than predicted.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0