4,336 new cases of COVID-19 reported*. 47,082 new tests for COVID-19 that reported results* 10.1% of these were positive.
Breakdown of support to compensate for festive cancellations. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced the breakdown of a lifeline £100 million financial package to support businesses experiencing cancellations due to the rapid spread of the new Omicron variant.
The Highland Alcohol & Drugs Partnership (HADP) has produced a series of awareness raising messages aimed at encouraging people to make healthier, safer choices and reduce the risks associated with drug and alcohol use. The messages are being shared over social media platforms during the 12 days of Christmas.
Funding of £25 million to support community projects and local economies. Regeneration projects in some of Scotland's more disadvantaged and rural communities will share more than £25 million of funding.
5,951 new cases of COVID-19 reported. 60,162 new tests for COVID-19 that reported results 10.8% of these were positive.
Response to Climate Assembly recommendations published. The Scottish Government has set out how it is embracing the findings of Scotland's Climate Assembly to help shape the country's approach to net zero.
Additional measures to manage the increased risks of transmission associated with Omicron. As Omicron continues to spread, the Scottish Government is setting out new guidance and measures to take effect from midnight on Friday to stem the flow of transmission, keep businesses and services open, and protect against pressure on health services.
The key principles and objectives that underline the Scottish Government's progressive approach to Taxation have been published. Setting out the overall approach to tax policy and delivery, the Framework for Tax looks at how devolved powers are used to achieve Programme for Government commitments and inform decisions taken over the course of this Parliament.
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) sets monetary policy to meet the 2% inflation target, and in a way that helps to sustain growth and employment. At its meeting ending on 15 December 2021, the MPC voted by a majority of 8-1 to increase Bank Rate by 0.15 percentage points, to 0.25%.
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Testing remains in place to safeguard health against Omicron variant. Eleven countries are to be removed from the international travel red list as Omicron cases increase globally.
NHS Highland has improved its governance, leadership and culture, and has managed to reduce its spending. Now the board must focus on addressing its challenging future financial position.
A total of 221 personnel are now supporting Scotland's vaccination programme. An additional 100 Armed Forces personnel have been made available from today (14 December) to accelerate the vaccine rollout in Scotland amid a wave of Omicron infections, bringing the total number of personnel supporting this effort to 221.
The UK's first deposit return scheme will go live across Scotland on 16 August 2023, helping to recycle billions of bottles and cans every year. The announcement follows an independent review, which considered the impact of COVID-19 on the scheme.
5,155 new cases of COVID-19 reported. 61,011 new tests for COVID-19 that reported results 9.1% of these were positive.
The Chief Statistician has released statistics showing that the economy grew by 1% during July to September 2021. Change in gross domestic product (GDP) is the main indicator of economic growth.
£430 million of additional funding from the UK Reserve will be made available to the governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to progress their vaccine rollout and wider health response. £430 million of additional funding from the UK Reserve will be made available to the governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to progress their vaccine rollout and wider Covid-19 response.
The next review of State Pension age has been launched by the Government today. The Review will consider whether the rules around pensionable age are appropriate, based on the latest life expectancy data and other evidence.
Range of funding to deliver sustainable communities and protect the environment. Scotland's budget underlines the Scottish Government’s commitment to rural and island communities and businesses.
This release provides the latest information on pupils, teachers, pupil attendance, exclusions from school, and early learning and childcare. The 2021 edition of Summary Statistics for Schools in Scotland shows that over the year to 2021 teacher numbers increased by 885 to 54,285.
