Scotland’s First Minister will give give an update on the Covid-19 pandemic in Scotland later today.
Nicola Sturgeon will reveal up to date coronavirus figures to the Scottish Parliament and will also look to address members on the vaccine passport roll out.
Covid passports will come into play in Scotland from October 1.
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It is understood that the number of cases for coronavirus have began to slow down in the past fortnight after there was a wave of positive results as lockdown was eased on August 9.
The First Minister will speak to Parliament at around 2:20pm but times may vary.
It comes as children aged between 12 to 15 are set to receive appointment letters for covid vaccine appointments, the Daily Record has revealed.
Drop-in clinics have been open for kids for the last week, however letters are now being sent out.
Health Secretary Humza Yousaf said: "The rollout of the Covid-19 vaccine to all children and young people aged 12-15 marks a significant milestone in the vaccination programme.
"It has been demonstrated that Covid-19 vaccines are safe and effective in this age group, and vaccination offers the best chance of protecting young people from Covid-19 and preventing further disruption to education. Many countries around the world have already been safely vaccinating children and young people in this age group.
"Getting the Covid-19 vaccine is a decision to be made jointly between parents or carers and their children, but it's really important to use reliable and trusted sources such as NHS Inform when making a decision and assessing the potential benefits, risks and side effects.
"Individual choice should be respected for the decisions young people and their parents or carers make in accepting, or not accepting the vaccine offer.
"Where possible, parents or carers are welcome to attend appointments with their children and both can ask questions about any queries they have before the vaccination is given.
"I would like to thank all of the vaccinators and vaccine site staff who have worked so hard to get us to this stage of the Covid-19 vaccine programme."
