The Scottish government praised staff for their "service and dedication" during the Covid pandemic.

Polling expert Professor John Curtice looks at the issues that will decide the Scottish Parliament election on 6 May.

The former first minister's plan to take fresh legal action against the Scottish government makes the front pages.

Compare where the parties stand on key issues - from Covid-19 and the NHS to education and the environment.

Everything you need to know ahead of the Scottish Parliament election on 6 May.

An MSP dismisses claims the committee's report smeared the first minister - but criticises the leaking of its findings.

The former first minister is to launch fresh proceedings over the conduct of the country's top civil servant.

The move comes after a day of action planned for last week was called off after an agreement was reached.

BBC Scotland's Iain MacInnes looks at Covid's impact on the isles of Skye, Barra and Tiree.

The "priceless" work in Aberdeen is described as having been looted by British soldiers in Africa in 1897.

Islanders aged 40 and over have been asked to make an appointment for their first dose amid restriction easing.

Two separate studies suggest women under 50 have worse long-term outcomes after being in hospital with Covid.

A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

In the year since the first Covid lockdown, what have been the key moments in Scotland's pandemic?

More details of how Scotland will emerge from lockdown have been announced - here's how the rules are expected to relax.

The Scottish and UK governments have published their timetables for easing of lockdown restrictions.

From 26 April, it is expected all parts of Scotland currently in level 4 will move down to a "modified" level 3.

A Scottish doctor is widely credited with inventing the hypodermic syringe - a crucial tool in the battle against Covid.

Gamers in Glasgow tell BBC Scotland how their hobby has helped them cope during the pandemic.

Deaths among the oldest age group are falling, but is this "hard evidence" the vaccine is working?

As the new managed quarantine regime starts, we have the answers to some of our readers' questions.

Using World Health Organization measures, it is possible to chart Scotland's progress in tackling Covid-19.

BBC Scotland has rounded up what we know so far about how the return to the classroom will be rolled out.

Paul Henderson spent 30 days in ICU and was put in an induced coma when he caught Covid a year ago.

The first minister's position is stronger than it has been for weeks - but her government has not escaped criticism.

We are looking for people from all parts of Scotland to join our voter panel in the run up to May's Holyrood election.

The names Roman, Billie and Maeve are becoming increasingly popular in Scotland, but Isla and Jack top the chart.

The bitter dispute between two central characters in the Scottish independence movement is nearing its climax.

Does the Scottish government's draft referendum bill mean indyref2 is now inevitable?

People dealing with the devastating nature of the illness call for better support for people.

An inquiry into whether First Minister Nicola Sturgeon breached the ministerial code has been released.

There has never been a single woman of colour sitting at the Scottish Parliament in its 22-year history.

With the countdown to lockdown easing under way we have the answers to some of our readers' questions.

Some on the islands are looking to the Faroes for inspiration in tackling transport issues.

A lot still has to be resolved in the days before the Scottish Parliament packs up ahead of the election.

Paul Henderson was among the first of a sudden wave of coronavirus patients that filled Scotland's hospitals a year ago.

Four young Scots share the impact the coronavirus pandemic has had on their lives over the past year.

Angus, one of the BBC’s Young Reporters, shows us around the new Royal Hospital for Children and Young People in Edinburgh

Four mums share their experiences of having a baby amid coronavirus lockdown restrictions.

Tom Philip has spoken about his experience with over-exercising and strict dieting to hide his poor mental health.

Recent successes in London and Llanelli give head coach Gregor Townsend grounds for confidence as Scotland seek a first win in Paris since 1999 to finish second or third in the Six Nations.

BBC Scotland's Liam McLeod highlights the strengths of Franco Foda's Austria squad as they prepare to take on Scotland.

Scotland captain reckons Celtic-linked manager is fully committed to the World Cup qualifying campaign.

Scotland do not want to be "one-tournament wonders", says manager Steve Clarke before their World Cup qualifying opener against Austria.

Kathleen Dawson targets being the first Scottish woman since 1952 to win an Olympic medal in the pool.