Daily briefing: The top 12 areas in Scotland with highest number of Coronavirus cases

Oct 13, 2020

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New data released by the Scottish Government breaks down the number of positive covid-19 cases per 100,000 people, according to neighbourhood. This article highlights the top 12 areas in Scotland with the highest number of coronavirus cases per 100,000 population over the course of seven days.

What would a ‘three-tier’ lockdown system look like for Scotland?

It has been announced that a tiered lockdown system could be implemented in Scotland by the end of October.

The news came as Prime Minister Boris Johnson unveiled England’s three-tiered lockdown system in a televised address.

But what does it all mean and how would it work in Scotland? This article has the answers.

Culloden chief: Backing of holiday park plan near battlefield is 'depressing'

The manager of the historic Culloden Battlefield described official approval of plans to build a holiday park close to the historic site as “depressing”.

What do you think about the plans? Have your say in the comment section below the article.

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