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Queensferry Crossing closed during rush hour due to falling ice from the cables as snow causes chaos on Friday morning. Dec 4 2020

The Queensferry Crossing reopens after safety concerns forced closure

Figures released by the Scottish Government this afternoon reveal that coronavirus deaths in Scotland have risen by 44 since yesterday. (Photo by Andy Buchanan-WPA Pool/Getty Images)

44 new Covid-19 deaths as cases rise by 788

Health Secretary Jeane Freeman has issued a stark warning after reports of a spate of text scams targeting Scots who are shielding from coronavirus. (Photo by Andy Buchanan- Pool/Getty Images)

Jeane Freeman issues stark warning after spate of coronavirus text scams

Sir Philip Green’s retail empire is set to collapse within days, putting around 15,000 jobs at risk, according to Sky News.

15,000 jobs at risk as Sir Philip Green’s empire set to collapse ‘in days’

The First Minister is expected to set out the rules for socialising over Christmas in more detail this afternoon. (Photo by Jane Barlow - Pool/Getty Images)

When will Sturgeon speak at FMQs and will she tighten Christmas restrictions?

Coronavirus in Scotland.

Nicola Sturgeon LIVE: FM says no decision yet on Christmas Covid-19 rules

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is set to announce the results of the Scottish Government’s review of its tiered local lockdown system across the country today. (Photo by Jane Barlow - Pool/Getty Images)

What time will Nicola Sturgeon announce the new Scottish lockdown levels today?

Emergency services were called to the scene on Alloa’s High Street just after 3pm this afternoon.

Woman dies after being hit by bin lorry in Alloa

Retired businessman Brian Moodie spoke to The Scotsman about his extraordinary turkey flock, extolling the virtues of fowl play.

Watch: Meet the Scot famous for walking rare turkeys through his village

Scotland’s battle with coronavirus reached a grim milestone today, as officials confirmed that deaths of people who tested positive for the virus surpassed 3,000. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Coronavirus deaths in Scotland surpass 3,000

Coronavirus in Scotland.

Sturgeon confirms 39 new deaths as cases rise by 1,216

Scotland has recorded a further 15 coronavirus deaths, the latest Scottish Government figures show.

Fifteen new Covid-19 deaths in Scotland

Coronavirus in Scotland.

Nicola Sturgeon briefing LIVE: 13 new coronavirus deaths | 1,351 new cases

More than 90,000 Scottish pensioners will automatically receive a discount of £140 off of their fuel bills this winter, the UK Government has said.

90,000 Scots to receive £140 off winter fuel bills

Firefighters were called to 2,300 deliberate fires in the four weeks leading up to Guy Fawkes night in 2019 - a fact the SFRS says puts pressure on the emergency services. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

Firefighters warn of pressure on emergency services ahead of bonfire night

Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed the latest coronavirus figures for Scotland. (Photo by Andy Buchanan / AFP) (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP via Getty Images)

Nicola Sturgeon confirms 7 new deaths and 1,297 cases

Coronavirus in Scotland.

Nicola Sturgeon LIVE: 6 new deaths | 1,246 new cases

Coronavirus in Scotland.

Nicola Sturgeon LIVE: Five new deaths | 1,027 new cases

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is set to announce a fresh round of coronavirus restrictions for Scotland in a statement to the Scottish Parliament this afternoon. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell - Pool/Getty Images)

What time is Nicola Sturgeon's announcement?

Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon (R) arrives with deputy First Minister John Swinney to attend First Minister's Questions at the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh, Scotland on October 1, 2020. (Photo by Andy Buchanan / POOL / AFP)

Coronavirus in Scotland LIVE: Scots brace for possible 'circuit breaker'

Nicola Sturgeon (left) called Margaret Ferrier's (right) trip to Westminster after testing positive for Covid-19 "indefensible".

Nicola Sturgeon briefing LIVE: 775 new Covid-19 cases in Scotland

Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon attends First Minister's Questions at the Scottish Parliament. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell - Pool/Getty Images)

Nicola Sturgeon LIVE: 3 new deaths as Covid-19 cases rise by 668