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A BAG carrying Covid-19 test samples was found lying by one of the busiest roads in the Highlands.

As part of the next stage in easing Covid-19 lockdown restrictions the market will reopen its doors for the first time in almost four months.

People travelling to or from Spain will have to quarantine on arrival in Scotland First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says.

Three days have now passed since NHS Highland reported its most recent positive test for Covid-19.

Andrew McCornick thanked them for their support for Scottish farmers, growers and crofters during coronavirus pandemic.

Scotland's Communities Secretary has thanked charities and local authorities for their “incredible” work to help people across Scotland access food.

With the Covid-19 five mile-travel restriction now lifted Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) in calling on the Scottish public not to litter.

Just two new positive tests for Covid-19 were recorded in Scotland in the past 24 hours according to the latest Scottish Government's daily update.

In response to the Covid-19 pandemic the Scottish Government removed the statutory requirement for local authorities to deliver 1140 hours of ELC.

In a virtual meeting of Highland Council’s Badenoch and Strathspey Area Committee councillors heard about plans for reopening schools.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon called on the UK government to invest heavily in the economy, saying the country needs around £80 billion.

Edward Mountain asks why Fergus Ewing does not step in and reopen Glenmore Campsite which is set to remain closed until spring 2021.

Highland Council is planning to re-open play areas across the region throughout summer following advice provided by the Scottish Government.

Only four fresh positive tests for Covid-19 were recorded across the whole of Scotland in the past day – and none in the Highlands.

Nicola was speaking today as beer gardens opened for the first time since lockdown began.

There has been one additional confirmed case of coronavirus in the Highlands in the past 24 hours, new figures have shown.

There have been no additional confirmed cases of coronavirus in the Highlands in the past 24 hours, new figures have shown.

The attraction by Kincraig is expected to enjoy its busiest day yet since end of lockdown tomorrow

Big array of prizes include Eilean Donan Castle stay, Wimbledon and Six Nations rugby tickets and even footy boot belonging to Spurs star Dele Alli

Highland Council convener Bill Lobban said it is important that recovery of region's tourism economy is done safely