Some of the people identified are thought to have caught the virus variant in the community.

The north east of Scotland remains the worst hit, with all schools in Aberdeenshire closed on Monday and Tuesday.

Residents in some areas hit by Storm Arwen on Friday are still struggling to heat their homes - and themselves.

The Scottish first minister says Scots "must not drop our guard" amid concerns about the Omicron variant.

Restrictions to stop the latest Covid-19 variant and hopes of vaccine protection make the front pages.

Nicola Sturgeon still aims to deliver independence - but is her legacy as first minister secure even without it?

Thousands of volunteers capture images across Britain and Ireland as part of a project called Geograph.

Prof Linda Bauld says a change in the recommended interval is "likely" in Scotland in response to the Omicron variant.

Efforts to create "green jobs" need to intensify if the government is to meet its target, a report says.

The woman was crossing a road in the Parkhouse area when she was fatally injured.

SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford says he will table a motion rebuking the prime minister next week.

Scotland's first minister says more Covid travel restrictions may be necessary in the coming days.

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

Industry concerns, legal issues, political pressure and case numbers will all have played a part in the u-turn.

Vaccine passports, boosters and lateral flow tests - your questions answered on the first minister's Covid update.

The scheme, which applies to nightclubs and large events, came into effect in October.

Doctors treating virus patients in Lanarkshire tell BBC Scotland they are under "unprecedented pressure".

Children aged 12 to 15 are being offered one vaccine dose, while 16 to 17-year olds will be offered two.

Is the effectiveness of Covid vaccines waning over time? We look at how much protection being double vaccinated offers.

It is hoped the results of the study could be used to forecast which patients will need treatment.

More than 100,000 Scots are waiting for a booster despite receiving their second dose more than six months ago.

Scotland's levels system of restrictions have come to an end - but what does that mean people can do?

The scheme could be extended to cinemas, theatres and some other licensed and hospitality premises.

Ayr Gaiety is among theatres across the country hoping to lure back audiences with the return of pantomime season.

On St Andrew's Day 1996, Scotland had a date with the Stone of Destiny as symbolic stone returned home.

How transport issues affect the lives of people across many parts of southern Scotland.

A new online exhibition is aiming to raise awareness of cerebral visual impairment (CVI).

The SNP leader has made lots of policy pledges in her conference speeches - but have they been delivered on?

Former police officer John Murray spoke the last words the dying police officer heard after she was shot outside the Libyan Embassy.

The Forestry and Land Scotland site in Moray was originally established to help create forestry after World War One.

The fashion designer has dressed Princess Diana, Freddie Mercury and Elizabeth Taylor during her 50 year career.

Thousands of homes have been without power and buildings damaged after Scotland was hit by extreme winds.

Extreme weather in Aberdeenshire brought by Storm Arwen left passengers stranded on a train overnight.

Police have warned people not to travel in areas covered by a Met Office red wind warning.

Celtic fans pay their respects as the funeral cortege of Bertie Auld makes its way past the stadium.

Paul Gordon receives the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Unsung Hero award for Scotland for his years of work running Elgin Amateur Boxing Club.

Scotland's Peter Wright beats England's Ryan Searle 11-10 in a thrilling match to win his first PDC Players Championship Finals title.

Aston Villa favourites to sign Rangers winger in January as Celtic fans stage sit in protest.

Rangers should have killed off Livingston well before the 78th minute, says manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst, as the Scottish Premiership leaders won his first league game in charge.

Callum McGregor's bizarre winner earns Celtic victory over Aberdeen and ensures they remain four points behind Scottish Premiership leaders Rangers.

Meet the 'Darvel Marvels', the Ayrshire club who are aiming to take down Lowland League side Brechin City in the third round of the Scottish Cup.