Coronavirus: Number of cases in Fife rises

The number of positive tests for coronavirus in Fife is continuing to rise, according to new figures released today.

By Scott McCartney

Published 27th Mar 2020, 14:29 BST

Updated 27th Mar 2020, 14:42 BST

The Scottish Government says there are now 41 cases in Fife, up from 40 yesterday, and 29 the day before.

The number of cases in Fife has steadily risen over the last two weeks.

Fife is faring slightly better than the neighbouring areas.

Lothian has 139 cases, while Tayside has 107. Meanwhile, Glasgow has the largest number with 299.

The full numbers across Scotland are:

Ayrshire and Arran: 75

Borders: 28

Dumfries and Galloway: 47

Fife: 41

Forth Valley: 81

Grampian: 45

Highland: 33

Lanarkshire: 140

Lothian: 139

Shetland: 24

Tayside: 107