Summary

  • Number of people with coronavirus who have died in Scotland rises to 10

  • Total number of known cases in Scotland stands at 416

  • First Minister says emergency legislation to shut down pubs defying the government ban is being drawn up

  • Minister calls on people not to head to the Highlands to self-isolate

  • Scottish government to send letters to those most at risk of virus

  1. Good nightpublished at 18:21 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    That's all from BBC Scotland's live page today - we'll be back again tomorrow to bring you the latest on the impact Covid-19 is having on Scotland. Stay safe this weekend.

  2. Food and drink industry criticise councils for 'failing to protect food supply'published at 17:52 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    Scotland’s Food and Drink industry has accused local authorities of failing to protect the country's food supply.

    The chief executive of Scotland Food and Drink said some councils were not classing food producers as key workers, external, unlike the rest of the UK.

    The Scottish government has said it is working with local authorities to identify as quickly as possible which jobs will receive key worker designation.

    Woman looking at fruitImage source, Getty Images
  3. Glenshee ski centre to close for seasonpublished at 17:43 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    In a statement the centre said: "Although the government has not yet closed down outdoor activities, we have taken the decision to close tomorrow (Sunday) at the end of the day in line with other Scottish Ski areas.

    "A big thank you to all our customers for supporting us throughout the Season. We hope to see you back at Glenshee next Season."

  4. Brora Rangers declared Highland League champions due to 'global health crisis'published at 16:57 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    BBC Sport's Tyrone Smith reported the Highland League have ended their season early, and declared Brora Rangers as champions.

    The club later reacted to the news and tweeted: "This decision was taken in light of the current global health crisis."

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  5. Coronavirus: People urged not to visit Highlands to flee viruspublished at 16:46 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    People have been urged to stop travelling to the Highlands in a bid to avoid the coronavirus.

    It follows reports of people with second homes or those with campervans travelling to the area in recent days.

    The issue has prompted Scotland's finance secretary, who is also a Highlands MSP, to tell people to stay away.

    Read more here.

    Camper vans in the Highlands
  6. Coronavirus: What could the West learn from Asia?published at 16:32 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    The number of coronavirus cases in the West is skyrocketing, and countries have announced drastic measures, including school closures and lockdowns.

    The outbreak hit many countries in Asia several weeks earlier - and some have been praised for containing the number of infections. For example, Singapore, Hong Kong and Taiwan all kept case numbers relatively low - despite their proximity to mainland China.

    What did they do differently - and are there any lessons for other countries?

    Read more here.

    MasksImage source, AFP
  7. Hibernian chief calls for coronavirus claritypublished at 16:32 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    The offer of wage subsidies are "welcome" but football bosses must ensure money comes to Scotland quickly, says Hibernian chief executive Leeann Dempster.

    The government is to pay 80% of salary for staff unable to work, covering wages of up to £2,500 a month.

    Last week, Hearts owner Ann Budge asked players and staff to take a 50% wage cut amid financial fears.

    Read more here.

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  8. Coronavirus: Shoppers told to buy responsiblypublished at 16:18 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    Shoppers in the UK have been told to "be responsible" and think of others such as NHS workers, after panic-buying amid the coronavirus outbreak.

    Environment Secretary George Eustice said there was more than enough food to go around - but the challenge for shops is keeping shelves stocked.

    It comes as supermarkets have been overwhelmed by increased purchasing.

    Read more here.

    ShoppingImage source, Getty Images
  9. Normal mountain rescue service 'cannot be guaranteed'published at 16:15 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team warned its ability to respond to incidents may be curtailed by the Covid-19 crisis.

    In a Facebook post, external its secretary said: "Hillgoers should consider what extra pressures a single accident may put upon already stretched local hospital services. Normal service in terms of recovery and transfer cannot be guaranteed.

    "As much as it pains us, as hillgoers ourselves, the best thing folk could do is stay at home at this time. Support your local community. Please do not put extra stress on our small and already fragile healthcare infrastructure.

    "The hills will still be here next winter and hopefully later in the summer adventure can be had. Stay safe."

    Mountain rescueImage source, Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team
  10. Islands ask visitors to stay awaypublished at 15:44 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    Barra and Vatersay in the Outer Hebrides have issued an appeal for visitors not to travel to the islands.

    Locals have warned Covid-19 would put an unnecessary strain on medical staff due to their limited resources.

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  11. Celtic captain Scott Brown urges fans to 'stay safe'published at 15:22 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    Celtic captain Scott Brown has recorded a video message for the club's supporters.

    The midfielder described the current situation as "worrying and difficult".

    But he added: "Your health is everything, so we want you and your families to do everything you can to stay safe."

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  12. Seventh Scottish coronavirus patient diespublished at 15:14 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    A seventh person with Covid-19 has died in Scotland and the number of confirmed cases rises to 373.

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  13. Glasvegas announce acoustic 'house party'published at 15:11 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    Two members of Scottish band Glasvegas will stage a special acoustic performance on Instagram, external at 20:30.

    An online post advises fans: "Take care of each other at times like these & stay at home."

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  14. What happens to sporty children when they go from 20 hours of training a week to zero?published at 15:10 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    Due to the coronavirus measures, sports clubs across the world are finding themselves standing still for the first time with no imminent prospect of getting their training routines back on course.

    Many have turned to social media to stay in touch with members, using video conferencing and live play-along videos to stay in touch.

    A gymnastics club in Livingston has taken it a step further, taking on a vital role in the community.

    Read more here.

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  15. Rainbow pictures spring up to raise smilespublished at 15:05 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    Children across the UK are painting rainbows to put up in their windows to "spread hope".

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  16. Government urges shoppers to be considerate amid panic buying in supermarketspublished at 14:58 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    Latest updates from the UK Government's daily briefing at Downing Street, which was led by Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Secretary George Eustice.

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  17. Dentist suspends non-urgent appointmentspublished at 14:56 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    He said "it seemed pointless" to continue as normal amid the risk of spreading Covid-19.

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  18. 'Overwhelming majority' of Scots have complied with health advicepublished at 13:51 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    Scotland's most senior police officer says the "overwhelming majority" of Scots have complied with health advice and are staying away from pubs, clubs and restaurants.

    Chief Constable Iain Livingstone thanked all those who had followed the guidance, issued by both First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

    He also assured Scots that those caught breaking the law would continue to be "dealt with appropriately" during the coronavirus outbreak.

    Iain Livingstone

    Bars, cafes restaurants, cinemas and theatres have all pulled the shutters down in the wake of the latest official health warnings.

    It comes after Ms Sturgeon insisted Scots must not treat the call to stay away from such venues as "merely optional".

    Speaking on Friday she insisted the measure was "vital to help us save lives".

  19. Covid-19 cases increase among prisoners and prison officerspublished at 13:29 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    Analysis

    Reevel Alderson
    BBC Scotland Home Affairs correspondent

    A total of 64 prisoners in nine Scottish jails are showing symptoms of coronavirus - up from 50 on Friday.

    The Scottish Prison Service's policy is not to test inmates for the virus unless they are admitted to hospital, but unions have called for restrictions to be introduced on prisoners' movements.

    It's not known how many of the prisoners showing Covid-19 symptoms actually have the virus.

    The advice is for prisoners showing symptoms to self-isolate - although with most prisons now over-crowded, the service admits this is proving to be a challenge.

    PrisonImage source, PA Media

    Two prisoners at the privately-operated Kilmarnock Prison did test positive and the union representing officers there has now called for restrictions to be introduced on inmates' movements to keep them and staff safe.

    It says a "controlled unlock" should be introduced, restricting the number of prisoners allowed out of their cells at any one time.

    The Prison Officers' Association in Scotland says 30 of its members are showing symptoms of coronavirus.

    A further 110 are either self-isolating at home or are looking after vulnerable family members.

    At the end of last week 600 union members out of a total front-line workforce of 3,300 were off work either because of Covid-19 or other sickness issues.

    But the union said prisons are remaining calm and operating as near normally as possible.

  20. Doctor's concerns over hand hygiene at Scotland's super hospitalpublished at 13:13 Greenwich Mean Time 21 March 2020

    Dr Fiona Henderson

    A senior doctor has raised concerns over hand hygiene at the country's largest hospital.

    Dr Fiona Henderson, who works as a consultant anaesthetist at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow, said hand sanitisers were not clearly sign-posted at main public entrances.

    She also said some supermarkets were currently doing a better job at cleaning public spaces.

    The hospital's medical director has said he will look into installing better signs.

    Read more here.