Scotland has recorded nine coronavirus deaths overnight as cases rose by 3,613.
The Scottish Government confirmed the death toll since last March – of people who first tested positive for the virus within the previous 28 days – now stands at 8,067.
There are currently 312 people in hospital confirmed to have the virus with 34 being treated in intensive care.
The total number of positive cases since the pandemic hit stands at 376,753.
To date 4,071,537 people have received their first vaccination with 3,526,754 having a second jab.
It comes as a new expert group to plan for future pandemics has been established by the Scottish Government.
The standing committee on pandemics will ensure Scotland is prepared for other new viruses sweeping through the country.
Professor Linda Bauld, the chair of public health at Edinburgh University, will chair the committee for its first meeting today, August 19, while a chairperson is sought, while membership will also include Chief Medical Officer Dr Gregor Smith.
