Politics

AN MSP believes “there is light at the end of the tunnel” in the coronavirus pandemic – but stressed Highlanders must follow rules and stay at home.

But he warns there is still a long way to go and as 'grisly' figures about the death toll confirm

That is despite the 'early optimistic signs that the steps we are taking are working'

The latest figures take the total number of known cases of coroanvirus in the Highlands to 163.

Coastal businesses and third sector organisations affected by Covid-19 can now benefit from a £7.2 million Scottish Crown Estate fund.

Highland MSP Kate Forbes has outlined the range of measures taken by the Scottish Government so far to help businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic.

But Matt Hancock said there are still more than 2200 intensive care beds available showing the NHS is in a strong position

The notice period before a commercial lease can be terminated for non-payment of rent has been extended, as part of new measures to help businesses.

Staff will get an immediate raise this month of the 'minimum' of the real living wage of £9.30 per hour

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been discharged after spending a week in hospital suffering from coronavirus.

MSP Fergus Ewing is investigating whether blind and partially sighted people can be included in priority groupings to access online shopping.

Home Secretary Priti Patel said crime levels have dropped over the last few weeks as she also sought to assure people help will be there if needed.

A new service is being launched to match rural businesses with potential employees and volunteers as coronavirus continues to take its toll.

People must resist the urge to do anything other than stay at home this weekend the health secretary has said.

Drew Hendry has shared a message of support for his constituents ahead of the Easter weekend.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed the four nations of the UK have agreed the coronavirus lockdown will not be lifted over Easter.

He remains in hospital but is described by Downing Street as being in extremely good spirits.

AN outspoken councillor is looking forward to setting the record straight.

There will be no further consideration of whether or when to lift the coronavirus lockdown until the end of next week according to Dominic Raab.

Concerns about elderly people and the process used for implementing do not resuscitate (DNR) orders surfaced at First Minister’s questions today.