National Records of Scotland reveal that for the fifth week running Covid-19 linked deaths are down
The latest data shows that up until 31 May there was a total of 3,911 fatalities where coronavirus is mentioned on the death certificate
First minister Nicola Sturgeon tells MSPs that the up-to-date figures provide grounds for optimism - but the situation is "fragile" and people should be staying at home "most of the time"
Childminding services and outdoor nurseries resume as part of first phase of lifting lockdown
Foodbanks in Scotland see the largest increase in emergency food parcels going to children
Image source, bbcConstitution Secretary Mike Russel
Constitution Secretary Mike Russell is giving evidence on the Health Protection (Coronavirus) (Restrictions) (Scotland) Amendment (No. 3) Regulations 2020 SSI 2020/16.
These are more commonly known as "the lockdown regulations".
You can watch the committee live here with us.
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Image source, Getty ImagesDCC Will Kerr says the first few days coming out of a full lockdown was "always going to be a challenge".
He told Radio Scotland that a weekend of good weather had converged with the ending of a period where people had been "incredibly compliant" with restrictions for a long time.
Mr Kerr said he hoped that the public would not continue to breach social distancing guidelines and laws - but added that Police Scotland would always apply the law in a "practical, sensitive and flexible way".
Quote MessageWe have no intention of setting up road blocks. We have no intention of applying really disproportionately intrusive powers on the people of Scotland.
DCC Will Kerr, Police Scotland
Good Morning Scotland
BBC Radio Scotland
Image source, Getty ImagesDeputy Chief Constable Will Kerr questioned whether the five-mile limit would be "fair or practical" if it was enshrined in law.
It comes after a review group examining the new police powers heard from a resident in the Outer Hebrides who has to drive 20 miles to reach the nearest supermarket.
DCC Kerr said the force was proud of its policing by consent model which is "based on mutual trust and respect".
He was also asked if a new law would make the job of officers more difficult.
Quote MessagePeople in Scotland don't carry identity cards so sometimes there will be no practical way to enforce some very necessary measures for public health without being overly intrusive. So we have to apply our judgement about how we operationalise the law in every single case. And, don't forget, these are quite extraordinary powers. We did not ask for these powers. We were given these powers by the democratic institutions of this country and we feel the enormous responsibility and duty we have on behalf of our fellow citizens.
DCC Will Kerr, Police Scotland
Good Morning Scotland
BBC Radio Scotland
Image source, Getty ImagesPolice Scotland Deputy Chief Constable Will Kerr said it was a "difficult balance" for government but he stressed his officers would apply the same approach to lockdown rules, whether something was a guideline or a law.
He told BBC's Good Morning Scotland the force's response to incidents during lockdown is based on "common sense and discretion".
And he said enforcement action is only taken as a last resort.
Quote MessageOverall, the cumulative effect of both the legislation and the guidance, is to protect the public health of the country and get us through these four phases as quickly and as safely as possible.
DCC Will Kerr, Police Scotland
Good Morning Scotland
BBC Radio Scotland
Image source, Getty ImagesThe chief executive of the largest outdoor nursery provider in Scotland says his nurseries cannot afford to open under current social distancing guidelines.
Outdoor nurseries in Scotland have been given the go ahead to reopen from today, but Kenny Forsyth from Stramash said he needed to hear more from the Scottish government about how the provision would be paid for.
He told Radio Scotland that the restrictions meant maintaining the same numbers of staff, but only having 40-50% of children in the nursery at any time.
Quote MessageIf we are half empty then we struggle with a financial problem. So it's not actually a health problem, it's a financial problem.
Kenny Forsyth, Nursery owner
Image source, SNSProtocols sent to clubs and obtained by BBC Scotland say objects such as corner flags, balls, cones, and GPS trackers should be cleaned after each session.
The Scottish FA will lift football's suspension on 11 June, allowing clubs to resume non-contact group training.
Scottish football is aiming to restart on 1 August.
Read more here.
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Image source, Getty ImagesA senior lawyer, who has been asked by Police Scotland to monitor the impact of lockdown regulations, says it is important the powers are kept under constant review.
John Scott QC said the measures have been judged necessary because they protect the right to life, but should only be in place as long as necessary and used proportionately.
But he told Radio Scotland that it would be right for further restrictions to be introduced if there is a resurgence of Covid-19 infections.
The QC added that he thought "common sense" had been applied in the majority of cases, both by Police Scotland officers and members of the public.
Quote MessageBecause the path of the disease is not necessarily only in one direction - it's not always just going to go downwards - then the restrictions may be reintroduced or additional restrictions might be introduced or introduced on a regional or geographic basis
John Scott, QC
Andrew Kerr
Scottish political correspondent
A lifeline service operating in Glasgow's hospitals is giving patients a link to the outside world while visiting is banned.
A bank of volunteers are running "Give and Go" desks where families can drop off parcels for their loved ones.
It means patients can receive a bag of treats and home comforts while confined to hospital during the pandemic.
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Ski instructor Grant McNaughton is 36 and has been living with chronic myloid leukaemia for four years.
He returned from working in France just before lockdown.
He received his official shielding letter on 1 April and has been in his tenement flat in Maryhill for two months.
However, he and his partner Shona have been venturing out in the early hours of the morning for exercise to avoid crowds.
Food banks in Scotland say they have recorded the largest ever increase in emergency food parcels going to children during the pandemic.
The Trussell Trust - which runs 83% of the country's network - reported total deliveries were up 47% in April compared to the same period in 2019.
This included a 62% increase in parcels going to children.
The trust is now calling for the government to give help to low-income families, including a £250 lump sum.
It also wants an extension of cash payments for children eligible for free school meals until schools reopen in August.
Dozens of McDonald's drive-thru restaurants opened up in Scotland on Tuesday and more will open today and tomorrow.
The company said they would only reveal the locations they were reopening on the morning they resumed service, so if your local is one of them, here is what to expect...
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Image source, McDonald'sIn case you missed them, here are the main points from Tuesday:
Image source, Getty ImagesWelcome to Wednesday's live coverage of the coronavirus crisis in Scotland.
From today, childminders and outdoor nurseries can welcome children back.
Nicola Sturgeon will give her update at Holyrood ahead of First Minister's Questions at about 12:20.
And we are expecting the weekly National Registers of Scotland statistics.
We will bring you all this and every development as it happens.