to note we do not yet have testing figures for the last 2a hours from laboratories in tayside or ayrshiree number i havejust in tayside or ayrshire, otherwise the number i have just reported would have been higher. across scotland, a total of 1797 patients are in hospital with covid—19, an increase of 42 from the figures reported yesterday and a total of 211 people last night were in intensive care with either confirmed 01’ intensive care with either confirmed or suspected covid—19 which is a decrease of ten on yesterday's figures, although i would caution against reading too much into that at this stage. it is with sadness i report there have been nine further deaths of patients who tested positive, which takes the total number in scotland up to 575, although i want to sound a note of caution about that figure in two ways. the nine i reported is lower than in previous days because whereas it is now possible to register death seven days a week in scotland, we always expect the number registered to be lower at the weekend, which is true over the easter weekend, so i expect the figures to b

lorna gordon, bbc news, at crosshouse hospital in east ayrshire.as 67 and had been diagnosed with cancer. rishi kapoor was known for his romantic roles, and was part of india's kapoor acting dynasty. the prime minister narendra modi called him a powerhouse of talent who was multi—faceted, endearing and lively. well, this mornings‘ celebration of captain tom moore's achievements marks the culmination of a life dedicated to public service. during the second world war, he served in burma, in a conflict often overlooked. robert hall looks back at tom moore's role in the war, and the struggles faced by those fighting in the far east. he wears the burma star, the medal marking service on some of world war ii's most challenging battlefields. these are the men of what has been dubbed the forgotten army, fighting on the other side of the world, and denied the press coverage given to battles in europe and africa. tom moore might have expected to fight his war in the regiment hejoined. but he arrived in india in a very different role. the decision was made in

ryan storrie from ayrshire had been working in dubai.s wife he did not want to go to hospital, where he would be alone. maria lawrence ran a market stall and a local charity in derby. she launched a scheme to help people who were alone at christmas. she was 48. her sons said she was full of joy. everyone knew of her, but she never wanted to be in the spotlight. a genuine angel working for the greater good. she's left a widespread legacy of selflessness, kindness and happiness. she ran charity schemes, protected the elderly and vulnerable, and made sure every single person smiled. kevin rowson worked on matchday security for nottingham forest football club. one player said, "we have lost a true gentleman, a legend in his kindness and humility." carol jamabo was 56 and a mother of two. she worked caring for the elderly in greater manchester — another of the key workers placing themselves in harm's way to help meet the needs of the vulnerable. gino renoldi was the landlord of the railway tavern in stanford—le—hope in essex. a gentleman and

ryan storrie from ayrshire had been working in dubai. 40th birthday. he died after telling his wife he did not want to go to hospital, where he would be alone. maria lawrence ran a market stall and a local charity in derby. she launched a scheme to help people who were alone at christmas. she was 48. her sons said she was full ofjoy. everyone knew of her, but she never wanted to be in the spotlight. a genuine angel working for the greater good. she's left a widespread legacy of selflessness, kindness and happiness. she ran charity schemes, protected the elderly and vulnerable, and made sure every single person smiled. kevin rowson worked on matchday security for nottingham forest football club. one player said, "we have lost a true gentleman, a legend in his kindness and humility. " carol jamabo was 56 and a mother of two. she worked caring for the elderly in greater manchester — another of the key workers placing themselves in harm's way to help meet the needs of the vulnerable. gino renoldi was the landlord of the railway tavern in sta

lorna gordon, bbc news, at crosshouse hospital in east ayrshire.child abuse have risen by nearly a fifth during the lockdown. the charity fears neglect and mistreatment are less likely to be spotted at the moment, because schools and social spaces are closed. tomos morgan reports. i'm worried about the children now, that they'll be at home all day due to the coronavirus pandemic. last night, i could hear the mother screaming and shouting aggressively. this has been happening almost daily since the lockdown. these are just some examples of the types of calls the nspcc‘s helpline has been receiving in recent weeks. for some children, their situation may have gotten worse, as they have been forced to remain at home. i think the emotional side of it was a lot worse than the physical side, and it went on for quite a few years. bethann, which isn't her real name, is from north wales. since she was six years old, she says she suffered abuse from her father. i mean, it could be anywhere from a slap to a push down the stairs. he wouldn't think twice about h

lorna gordon, bbc news, at crosshouse hospital in east ayrshire. of raising more than £30 million for nhs charities, by walking laps of his garden. the world war two veteran has been promoted to honorary colonel to mark his centenary and the prime minister recorded a special message, describing him as ‘a point of light in all our lives'. david sillito reports. # happy birthday to you # happy birthday captain tom—daddy—grandpa. .. # happy birthday to you! # i never, ever anticipated ever in my life anything like this. it really is amazing. and i would say to everyone, thank you very much to everyone, wherever you are. captain tom moore. it began as a little challenge in his back garden. 100 laps to try to raise £1000 for nhs charities. and, today, he was being honoured with an raf birthday fly—past, as the total reached £30 million. this is the culmination of an extraordinary few weeks. a celebration of how one man's cheerful determination has inspired people and... raised a huge amount of money. # happy birthday to you... and amongst those celebrat

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