Scotland records eight deaths and 1525 new Covid cases

Almost all coronavirus restrictions were lifted across Scotland on Monday.

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Scotland has recorded eight deaths and 1525 new cases of coronavirus in the last 24 hours.

Official statistics show that as of Wednesday, 356 were in hospital with the virus, with 42 people in intensive care.

Just over 4 million people have been given their first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, whilst almost 3.4 million have had their second dose.

It comes after most coronavirus restrictions were lifted across Scotland on Monday at midnight.

Meanwhile, young people have been urged to come forward to get their vaccination.

The vaccine programme was extended to include 16 and 17-year-olds last week, following updated advice from the JCVI.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has urged people to continue to exercise caution, despite the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions.

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