BBC Scotland's Robbie Boyle described his Monday morning commute from Arbroath to Aberdeen as "very quiet".

He said: "Usually a busy service arriving at about 08:40. Also just a few passengers on the platform for services to Dundee.

"Is the stay at home message now working?"

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South Scotland reporter, BBC news website

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The local authority is urging parents to recognise that emergency child care in schools is only for the children of key workers.

It has set up "hubs" in its 16 secondary schools across the region.

However, the decision to bring staff and children together from day one has been criticised by unions.

Andrew O'Halloran of the EIS said more time should have been allowed to get arrangements properly in place.

On Mornings with Kaye tech expert Carrie Marshall warns about online scams and fraud.

She says they are basically "old scams in Covid-19 trousers".

Look out for:

• fake donation e-mails
• emails trying to persuade you to download something
• illegitimate websites selling hand-sanitisers or face masks which will take your money and give you nothing

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David Emm from Kaspersky tells Kaye if you are looking for information go direct to the official website, don't click on a link that has come through on an email and update your device as soon as the option is available.

Whenever something feels wrong if someone phones you or you receive an e-mail contact the organisation directly, says Ms Marshall.

The programme goes on to look at some of the great things online that are bringing people together - just remember take care and enjoy.

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First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said Scotland is "on the cusp of a rapid acceleration of coronavirus cases".

She said that is why the advice given to people is to stay at home where possible.

It comes as Ms Sturgeon confirmed the number of coronavirus deaths in Scotland had reached 10, with 416 known cases.

She said:"life should not feel normal", and if it did, you should ask if you are doing the right things."

The first minister said no-one should be meeting people outside their family group unless it is absolutely essential.

She told BBC Radio's Good Morning Scotland programme: "The experts are telling us that we are on the cusp of a rapid acceleration, and that acceleration may be quicker than we had previously thought.

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BBC Scotland's Authors Live series is now available on BBC iPlayer.

Featuring some of the biggest names writing books for children today.

One such example you can find on the website includes the popular children's book The Gruffalo - read in both Scots and Gaelic.

The Authors Live series runs in conjunction with the Scottish Book Trust.

The resource is part of a range of extra educational programming which has been made available by BBC Scotland to help children continue to learn while schools are closed.

Youth workers in Dumfries and Galloway have urged young people to stay at home.

In a video released on social media, they said "stay home, stay safe" was the key message to take away.

They suggested that young people share videos on social media of themselves staying in to encourage others to do the same.

Online and phone services are available for young people, aged 11 to 25, in the Dumfries and Galloway area who need support.

What will happen if my parents become sick?

"I can tell you for certain the National Health Service is ready," says Jason Leitch.

If your mum and dad get sick or if you need emergency treatment, you will be able to get help he says.

Prof Leitch says his wife is a teacher in North Lanarkshire and she has gone in today to help schools where children of critical workers will be going. She and others are important in the whole country response to coronavirus, he says.

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Is it safe to meet friends and family if no one has symptoms?

Do not gather in groups, Prof Leitch says. He explains you can leave your house for exercise (alone or with one other person), you can leave for supplies and you can leave for a medical appointment or to pick up medicine.

The first minister repeats her message to young people: "Life should not feel normal."

She adds the key message right now is of "friendship, love and solidarity." She says: "Try and help those people around you and if you need help, don't be afraid to ask for it."

Nicola Sturgeon tells young people not to invite friends to their houses just because cafes and other venues have closed.

The first minister and National Clinical Director for Scotland Jason Leitch are taking part in a Q&A with young people across the country.

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The first minister says: "We know how hard this is. We hope it doesn't have to go on any longer than is necessary."

Asked about panic buying, Professor Jason Leitch explains people can still go out to buy supplies and there is no need to worry about food supplies.

He suggests helping elderly neighbours who may not wish to go out: "Maybe when you're going for your milk and break, you can get theirs too."

He adds that food shortages are causes people people "buying more than they need".

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Scottish Mountain Rescue has appealed to outdoor pursuits enthusiasts not to visit Scotland's hills and mountains amid the coronavirus pandemic.

The plea follows Scottish government concerns about people travelling to the Highlands and Islands from across the UK.

It also came amid a weekend of mountain rescue incidents, with Skye, Lomond and Braemar among the volunteer teams dealing with call-outs.

SMR, which represents more than 20 teams, said: "All travelling to the hills stops now for all of us.

"There will be plenty of help needed in your communities in the coming weeks and we need to look after ours."

Skye MRT carried out a "tricky" nine-hour rescue of two French walkers in the Cuillin hills.

Earlier, the team had helped a group of four walkers on the Trotternish Ridge.

Braemar responded to two call-outs over the weekend.

Lomond MRT rescued a lost walker, a fallen runner and a walker with a fractured leg.

Starting today, BBC Scotland is providing extra educational content for pupils in Scotland to help them continue to learn at home while schools are closed.

BBC Bitesize content specifically for pupils studying in Scotland will be shown on the BBC Scotland channel.

The first subject covered will be maths. Subsequent days will cover English, Science and Social subjects for primary and secondary pupils.

Programmes will be broadcast each weekday for between 1-2 hours from noon on the channel.

They will also be available through iPlayer.

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Professor of Public Health Linda Bauld tells Kaye Adams: "The speed of change at the moment is absolutely phenomenal."

The Edinburgh University academic said: "We're all grappling to deal with this, but we will deal with it."

Prof Bauld warns we are heading in a really dangerous direction in terms of deaths and cases, and said she thought we would see more severe measures and many more places to shut in the coming days.

You can listen back to the advice from Prof Bauld as she took questions during the call-in.

Or watch the academic's appearance on Debate Night earlier this week where she gives advice for those struggling with their mental health during coronavirus social distancing and self-isolation.

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First Minister Nicola Sturgeon reminds young people to have fun at home. "You are still allowed to have fun," she says.

National Clinical Director Jason Leitch tells young people they have a role to play in helping and supporting people in more vulnerable groups than they are.

Mr Leitch recommends young people use Facetime, Instagram and other methods to see their friends - and perhaps teach the older people in their family how to do this too.

If we do the right things now, it is likely to can get back to normal quicker adds the first minister.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon was on the Good Morning Scotland programme this morning.