THE First Minister has revealed that the number of coronavirus deaths in Scotland has risen by four to 14.

Nicola Sturgeon added that there are now 499 confirmed cases in the country too.

Sturgeon called on shops selling non-essential goods to close now, and added guidelines on what counts as essential and non-essential are being drawn up now.

Speaking at today's press briefing, Scotland's Chief Medical Officer Catherine Calderwood said the 14 deaths probably represent 1000 people infected by each case.

Calderwood added that the 23 people currently in intensive care likely represent around 400-500 people who have become infected through each of them.

The First Minister confirmed the measures currently being taken, including the closures of bars, restaurants and other spaces and social distancing advice, will be in place for 12 weeks in the first instance.

She urged patients who need additional information to dial NHS 24 on 111 rather than contact their GP moving forwards.

More to follow.