Summary

  • A recalculation of death figures in Scotland which are linked to Covid-19 reveals a big jump

  • Medical professionals write to the Scottish government expressing "grave concerns" about the lack of suitable protective equipment

  • Economists say Scotland's economy could contract by up to a quarter if the current lockdown restrictions continue

  • Prime Minister Boris Johnson spends his second night in intensive care and is said to be in a stable conditions

  • A woman aged 98 is discharged from a Dundee hospital after surviving coronavirus

  1. Scottish economy 'could contract by 25%'published at 07:09 British Summer Time 8 April 2020

    Deserted town centreImage source, Getty Images

    The Scottish economy could contract by up to a quarter if the current lockdown restrictions continue for a three-month period, according to economists.

    The Fraser of Allander Institute said there was likely to be a "long road to recovery" from the "unprecedented" economic impact of coronavirus.

  2. 'Ryan was the last person I expected to die'published at 06:49 British Summer Time 8 April 2020

    Ryan StorrieImage source, Hilary Storrie

    When Ryan Storrie started showing signs of coronavirus, he reassured his wife and two young children that he would be fine.

    The 40-year-old, who lived in Dubai, was back home in Scotland to celebrate his 40th birthday with a trip to a Rangers match.

    And even as his condition deteriorated and he was struggling to breathe, he insisted he did not need any further treatment.

    Mr Storrie, who was asthmatic, died in his hotel room just 10 days after first showing symptoms.

  3. Medical professionals' 'grave concerns' over PPEpublished at 06:36 British Summer Time 8 April 2020

    Medical professional in mask and glovesImage source, Getty Images

    Medical professionals have written to the Scottish government to express "grave concerns" about the protective equipment they have been given.

    The letter claims some front line staff are risking their lives in the Covid-19 epidemic because they do not have suitable aprons, masks and eyewear.

    The open letter has been signed by more than 100 medical professionals.

    The Scottish government said the protection of healthcare workers was its highest priority.

  4. Scotland's reaction to the Covid-19 crisispublished at 06:28 British Summer Time 8 April 2020

    Good morning and welcome to BBC Scotland's live coverage of the Covid-19 crisis.