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Thursday, 16 Mar 2023
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The number of deaths in February was similar to average levels, representing the lowest level of excess deaths for a year, according to new...

Tuesday, 14 Mar 2023
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There were almost 16,000 more deaths than births registered in Scotland in 2022, according to new figures released by National Records of Scotland...

Thursday, 9 Mar 2023
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The Declaration of Arbroath will be displayed at the National Museum of Scotland this summer for the first time in 18 years. The display has been...

Monday, 20 Feb 2023
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National Records of Scotland has launched a survey to seek customer views on its services and products.

Thursday, 16 Feb 2023
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As at 12 February 2023, 16,780 deaths have been registered in Scotland where the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) was mentioned on the death...

Wednesday, 15 Feb 2023
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Janet Egdell will take up the post of Interim Chief Executive from 20th February.