Nicola Sturgeon says that 46% of over-80s in the community have now received the first of their two Covid injections
The first minister says as of this morning, 415,402 people had been vaccinated and 95% of care home residents had been given a jab
Ministers in Scotland have faced criticism over the pace of the immunisation programme
UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock says 78.7% of over 80s in the community have been vaccinated in England along with three quarters of care home residents
The Scottish government says it is on track for over 80s to have received their first dose by the end of the first week in February
The number of positive cases has risen by 752 (8.6% of all tests) and a further four deaths have been registered
Ms Sturgeon says there appears to be a "tail off" of hospital admissions. Although they rose by six to 2,016 that is one of the lowest daily increases since the new lockdown on 26 December
Of the thousands in hospital with a positive test, 151 are in ICU, which is six fewer than yesterday
Image source, PA MediaThe first minister warns people who have received their first dose that it can take a couple of weeks to work.
It is also unknown whether the vaccine will stop you spreading the virus.
"It's very important for you to still stick to the current rules and guidelines, even after you receive your first vaccination dose," the first minister adds.
Image source, Getty ImagesVaccination appointments for people aged 70-79 are being delivered from today - but plans to use distinctive blue envelopes in some parts of the country have been delayed, the first minister tells the briefing.
Ms Sturgeon points out this week's letters will come in a white envelope with the NHS logo on the right-hand side of the envelope.
She calls on everyone to get vaccinated as soon as possible.
The aim is to have everyone over the age of 70 vaccinated by mid-February.
Over-80s won't be getting one of these envelopes as their GP will contact them directly.
The first minister say the figures show the following in terms of those who have had their first dose of the vaccine:
Ms Sturgeon turns to the vaccination programme and says that by 08:30 this morning, 415,402 people had received their first dose of the vaccine.
Nicola Sturgeon confirms a further 752 people have tested positive for Covid-19. That is 8.6% of the total number of tests carried out.
This takes the total number of positive cases in Scotland to 172,953.
2,016 patients are in hospital with a confirmed case (up six), with 151 being treated in intensive care (down six).
The pressure on the NHS continues to be acute but the government thinks there may be cause for some cautious optimism as admissions to hospitals start to tail of slightly.
Four deaths have been registered with Covid-19 in the past 24 hours.
However, remember that the registration offices are often closed over the weekend.
Since Friday, 81 new deaths have been recorded, taking the total to 5,709 deaths in Scotland by that measure.
Image source, Getty ImagesFirst Minister Nicola Sturgeon is about to start her daily coronavirus briefing.
She will be joined today by Scotland's chief medical officer, Dr Gregor Smith.
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Image source, Getty Imagesthe first minister highlighted the Covid-19 National Assistance Helpline:0800 111 4000.
It's open from Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00, and it supports people who need help. That might be food, medicine, emotional support or contact with volunteer groups.
Here's some more ways to get support and help:
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The first minister will lead today's briefing, which begins at 12:15.
She will be joined by the Chief Medical Officer, Dr Gregor Smith.