Tag: Coronavirus

Following some pointed discussion at the Culture and Communities committee earlier this week, it has been announced that six of the city's libraries will open more quickly than first thought.Plans have now been made...

NHS Lothian’s Health Protection team are investigating a cluster of cases who have tested positive for Covid-19 in Edinburgh Napier University’s Bainfield student accommodation.To respect and maintain patient confidentiality, no further details will be...

The National Records of Scotland (NRS) announce weekly figures each Wednesday confirming the number of deaths involving Covid-19As at 13 September 2020, a total of 4,236 deaths have been registered in Scotland where the novel coronavirus...

 Jennifer Ferreira, Coventry UniversityBefore coronavirus hit, the UK had a thriving coffee shop culture, with around 26,000 coffee shops across the country. But by the end of March 2020 many coffee shops were closed,...

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is encouraging all smartphone users in Scotland to download NHS Scotland’s new contact tracing app to help suppress the spread of coronavirus.The Protect Scotland app is now available to download...

Entries for a national art competition and exhibition which aims to provide a record of the Covid-19 lockdown for generations to come must be submitted by Monday 14 September 2020.Great Tapestry of Scotland Centre...

by Marie Sharp Local Democracy ReporterTown halls and libraries are among a list of council-owned buildings which will remain ‘mothballed’ for the foreseeable future.East Lothian Council has said that a number of buildings which...

The owners of Victoria Bar on Leith Walk in Edinburgh have temporarily closed the premises from today.One of their regular customers confirmed overnight that they have tested positive for Covid-19 following a recent...

During the height of the pandemic, many turned to making hand sanitiser.One of those was Fraser Mair (24) who graduated from Northumbria University in 2019. He produced 15,000 bottles of handsanitiserand is now...

At today's media briefing on Covid-19 the First Minister has reintroduced lockdown restrictions in Grampian.Bars and cafés in Aberdeen will close again in the wake of 54 new cases in the north east of...

A contact tracing app to support NHS Scotland’s Test and Protect system is now in development.The Scottish Government is working towards having a proximity tracing app available in the autumn via Apple and Google...

Many will be disappointed that the First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has not yet announced the reopening of gyms and swimming pools, but she did announce to Holyrood today that those shielding may go out...

NHS dental practices are to re-introduce a range of procedures, such as the use of drills, on a limited basis.Practices have been able to see NHS patients for certain types of non-aerosol routine care...

Catalonia has today announced new lockdown measures in light of new cases of Covid-19. Bars and restaurants are being closed tonight due to a rise in coronavirus case in the north east of Spain....

The Scottish Government has announced today that Scotland’s live event sector now has the green light to hold drive-in entertainment from Wednesday 22 July 2020.Live concerts, comedy nights, theatre productions and local bingo events...

The First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, announced the relaxation of Covid-19 measures and Scotland is now moving towards Phase 3 on the route map out of lockdown in Holyrood today.This means that while the...

The First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, will address parliament at 12.20pm and update MSPs on the government's response to Covid-19.This will be a hybrid session with some MSPs in the chamber and others working from...

National Records of Scotland publish the number of deaths as a result of Covid-19 on Wednesday each week.Deaths involving COVID-19Week 27 – 29th June to 5th July 2020As at 5th July, 4,173  deaths have been registered in Scotland where...

Local restrictions in Dumfries and Galloway have been lifted following a cluster of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases last week in the Annan and Gretna areas.The outbreak is now contained so travel is no longer restricted...

Central Library’s Edinburgh and Scottish Collection have a long history of collecting material relating to the changing life and times of the city.Today, they also collect digital submissions from people who can upload their...

POPULAR KINGHORN HOLIDAY PARK DELIGHTED TO RE-OPEN IN TIME FOR SCHOOL HOLIDAYS  Owners at Pettycur Bay Holiday Park have spoken of their pleasure at being able to welcome back its holiday home owners from Friday...

At Holyrood this lunchtime the First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, announced some more general and indicative dates for the next two phases on the way out of lockdown.These Phase 2 and early Phase 3...

Empowered by Cloud, an Edinburgh-focused accountancy firm, has become a permanent remote working operation as it prepares for life after lockdown.The strategic switch to a 100% remote service came after a refocusing of its...

Although zoos and wildlife parks in England can open on 15 June, it will be a further month at least before Edinburgh Zoo can open its gates and allow the public in. But Zoo...

Lawyers at an Edinburgh legal firm have observed a huge spike in the number of requests to make wills, as people look to protect themselves and their loved ones over the coronavirus pandemic.Despite Gibson...

The First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, confirmed today's figures in her media briefing from St Andrew's House:"As at 9 o’clock this morning, there have been 15,471 positive cases confirmed – which is an increase of...

Edinburgh cleaning specialists Perfect Clean Ltd has invested £10,000 in state-of-the-art equipment to help ensure city buildings are safe for the return of workers following lockdown.With Scotland patiently waiting for restrictions to be eased...

A statement was made this morning by the four UK Chief Medical Officers, updating the list of Coronavirus symptoms:“From today, all individuals should self-isolate if they develop a new continuous cough or fever or...

New arrangements to significantly increase oversight of Scotland’s care homes have been published today by The Scottish Government.From tomorrow, clinical and care professionals at NHS boards and local authorities will have a lead role...

by Paul KiddieNewly established Edinburgh firm Breathe Easy is producing the first face masks for the deaf community in Scotland.Set up last month by city businessman Gavin McAdam to help in the fight against...