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Here is a reminder of some of the day's main developments:

• Nicola Sturgeon insists she will not be rushed on the UK government's "shambolic" air bridge proposals, as a list of countries for which quarantine will not apply to people arriving back in England is published.
• However, the first minister says it is "very likely" the Scottish government will quickly agree to dropping quarantine measures for nations in the 'low risk' category.
• Ms Sturgeon says latest evidence suggests the prevalence of the virus in Scotland is currently five times lower than in England
• One further person who tested positive for Covid-19 has died, taking the total to 2,488 deaths in Scotland by that measure.
• The number of hospital patients, with confirmed and suspected cases, has dropped by 115 to 670.
• Contact tracing could be at an end in a cross-border coronavirus cluster including Dumfries and Galloway, where one more case has been identified.
• Culture Secretary Fiona Hyslop announces a £10m relief fund for performing arts venues.

Boris Johnson was asked in his media briefing whether a family in Scotland could drive to England to fly out and back from an overseas country to get around quarantine difficulties in Scotland.

Nicola Sturgeon earlier described the UK government's decision-making on air bridges as "shambolic".

Noah and Isaac, aged 6 and 2, from Motherwell, were among children across Scotland finally able to give their grandparents a hug today.

They were delighted to meet up for cuddles in the rain with gran Ellen and grandad Bobby.

Ellen said: "It's just like Christmas Day."

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"For us, it's the worst possible outcome for Scotland," says Derek Provan, chief executive of AGS Airports, which owns Aberdeen and Glasgow Airports, following the first minister's criticism of the UK government's handling of air bridges.

The full list of countries for which quarantine will not apply to people arriving back in England has now been published, but both the Scottish and Welsh governments have described the Westminster approach as "shambolic".

Nicola Sturgeon wants more time to consider the public health ramifications of the move but concedes it is "very likely" her administration will soon agree to relaxing restrictions for people arriving in Scotland from "low risk" nations.

"We needed and expected clear, unambiguous rules for people to follow and a four-nations approach," Mr Provan told BBC Radio Scotland.

Conservative MSP Rachael Hamilton insists that policies must be flexible, given the shifting nature of the coronavirus crisis.

The Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Tourism said: "It's time for Nicola Sturgeon to stop the blame game, roll up her sleeves and act decisively.

"We cannot let petty political point-scoring get in the way of hard working Scots wanting to take a holiday."

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The use of virtual courts for summary criminal cases has been recommended for extension, after pilots in Aberdeen and Inverness were hailed a success.

Derek Pyle, Sheriff Principal for Grampian, Highland and Islands, said the aim should be that virtual trials "become the default method of judicial determination in summary crime”.

He is working with the Crown and defence agents to extend the use of virtual trials, while examining the full extent to which virtual trials can be used while coronavirus is still prevalent, and in the future.

His report recommends that virtual trials should be rolled out across the country in the autumn.

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The departure boards at Scotland's airports are beginning to fill up again as airlines restart the services stopped during lockdown.

At the height of the coronavirus crisis daily airline passenger numbers were in the hundreds.

But now dozens of overseas routes are being reconnected at the country's main airports.

This includes a number of major European cities and popular tourism destinations.

Currently, most people arriving into the UK from anywhere apart from the Republic of Ireland have to self-isolate for two weeks.

But changes to the travel quarantine are expected to be announced shortly which could see people travel to and from Scotland more easily.

Read more here.

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A full list of countries for which quarantine will not apply to people arriving back in England has been published., external

Countries including Greece, Spain, France and Belgium are on the list, which comes into effect from 10 July.

But countries such as China, US, Sweden and Portugal are not, meaning arrivals from those have to isolate for 14 days.

Scotland and Wales are yet to decide whether to ease travel restrictions and described the changes as "shambolic".

Read more here.

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The mandatory wearing of face coverings in shops from 10 July will add "more flashpoints" that could lead to confrontation and abuse, worries Stewart Forrest from the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers.

Mr Forrest says shop staff in Scotland are already experiencing a high level of abuse as they manage queues and social distancing.

He also makes the point that masks will make it difficult to ask for ID in the case of restrictive sales, which may lead to aggravation.

"We urge customers to respect staff and observe social distancing," said Mr Forrest. "At no time should abuse be a part of the job. Shopworkers deserve respect.”

Boris Johnson has just begun a media briefing in Downing Street, saying the UK has "continued to make progress nationally against the virus".

The UK prime minister says there are now fewer than 1,000 new cases each day and the R number - how many people an infected person themselves infects - remains between 0.7 and 0.9 in the UK.

He says the number of people dying is still "too high" but numbers continue to fall.

You can follow updates on the PM's briefing here.

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Nicola Sturgeon made it abundantly clear today she is unimpressed by the UK government's handling of discussions about which countries will have an 'air bridge' with the UK to avoid quarantine measures.

What did BBC Scotland political editor Brian Taylor make of the first minister's stance?

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Hearts and Partick Thistle have lost their fight to have their respective relegations overturned by the courts.

Lord Clark said that the clubs are contractually obliged to comply with the rules of the SPFL and Scottish FA.

That means the hearing will go to an independent tribunal set up through the Scottish FA rules, but the association will not adjudicate in the case.

Hearts and Thistle claimed unfair prejudice after clubs agreed to end the season early due to the coronavirus crisis, resulting in their relegation, and wanted the case heard in open court.

A motion by the three clubs whose promotions could be scrapped - Dundee United, Raith Rovers and Cove Rangers - to have the case dropped was also dismissed by the judge.

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The list of countries the UK government deems safe for travel from to England, external includes some that were widely expected, such as France, Italy, Spain and Germany.

Others on the list are countries that have been praised for their ability to control the spread of coronavirus, such as South Korea and Vietnam. But it also has some inclusions that might be surprising - and some notable omissions.

Turkey was left off the European Union's safe travel list, with the government there expressing its disappointment. But it's on the list for quarantine-free travel to England from 10 July.

And although Greece has seen very few infections, there was doubt whether it would appear on the list as it will not approve direct flights from the UK until at least mid-July.

Portugal, meanwhile, has had fewer coronavirus cases than some European holiday destinations and it is open to UK citizens without quarantine. But it has not been granted a travel corridor amid concerns over rising infection rates.

Sweden is the other notable European nation to be omitted: it has had a more relaxed approach to coronavirus restrictions, and its infection rate is higher than in the UK.

Countries such as the US and Brazil, which are experiencing tens of thousands of infections daily, were expected omissions.

But there is also no travel corridor with China, which has seen very few cases of coronavirus since the Wuhan outbreak came under control. Travellers from England will be able to fly back from Hong Kong or Macau without quarantine, however.

Scotland's first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, says it is "very likely" that her government will agree to the UK government's low-risk list of "air bridges".

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Visitors have been warned Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park campsite and camping permit areas remain off limits, despite the easing of the five-mile travel limit.

The Scottish Government guidance is that there should be no camping in tents, where campers would have to rely on shared facilities.

Wild camping is also banned as numbers cannot be managed.

The national park aims to reopen both from 17 July and updates will be published on its website, external.

Gordon Watson, chief executive of the National Park Authority, said: “I know with the school holidays and many people’s original holiday plans having to be cancelled camping is an appealing alternative option.

"It is a fantastic way to enjoy the National Park and when the time is right we will welcome new and returning campers and will provide helpful information on how to enjoy camping safely and responsibly.

“However now is not the time for that."

National Park car parks and some toilets are opening from today.

But visitors are being reminded to take litter home and go somewhere quieter if car parks are too busy.

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Former Open Champion Paul Lawrie hopes his new Tartan Pro Tour can be a "lifeline" for professional golfers who may be considering leaving the sport.

The 51-year-old has announced the creation of a six-event Scottish tour, which will run through August and September.

The European and Challenge Tours will resume soon, but the third-tier EuroPro Tour has cancelled its season, leaving players facing an uncertain future.

Lawrie is hoping his Tartan Pro Tour can help come to their rescue.

Read more here.

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From Monday, Big Issue vendors will be back on the streets, wearing PPE and using contactless card machines.

Every homeless person selling the magazine has been equipped with a 'welcome back kit', which includes a visor, masks and hand gel.

Social distancing will need to be observed, which is where the contactless payment comes in.

"I've missed the people of Stockbridge," Kenny Whitecross tells BBC Radio Scotland as he looks forward to getting back out there after a three-month hiatus.

"It's a bit of a step into the unknown, but as long as we follow the guidelines, we should all be safe."

The cost of the magazine, which has been available via subscriptions and at supermarkets during lockdown, is moving up to £3, with vendors now buying their copies for £1.50.