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

Dominic Raab says the move to a tiered approach is needed when England's lockdown ends on Wednesday.

Scotland's first minister says it is too soon to be comparing Scotland's record with England's.

Facing a rebellion in his party, Boris Johnson tells MPs that England's new rules could end in nine weeks.

The foreign secretary said a deal was possible if the EU side showed "pragmatism" in the coming days.

A surge in travel is expected when restrictions across the UK are eased between 23 and 27 December.

Wales' famous narrow-gauge railways "would get more generous Covid financial help in England".

We take a look at the MSPs who have decided to bow out ahead of next year's Scottish Parliament elections in May.

A Jewish Labour member said he felt the atmosphere in the meeting was so "hostile" he had to leave.

The M26 in Kent will not be used as a lorry park in the event of delays, the government confirms.

Deputy First Minister John Swinney says if the SNP retains power, it would fund free breakfasts and lunches.

Boris Johnson spoke to Micheál Martin by phone on Friday about the Brexit talks and the pandemic.

The leader is "disappointed" by broad brush approach rather than factoring in regional differences.

The Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry hears the then-first minister and other government figures were against it being set up.

Thousands more signatures will be required for petitions to be considered for debate in the Senedd.

Bowling alleys and indoor entertainment venues will also have to close under new restrictions.

The EU's Michel Barnier arrived in London on Friday evening, as the two sides try to agree a deal.