The Scottish Government and health advisers have pleaded with young people to take up their Covid-19 vaccine when offered, after Scotland recorded the second-lowest daily first doses on record.
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Engagement Editor Good morning, Welcome to your daily newsletter from The Scotsman. Today the Scottish Government and health adviser[s have pleaded with young people to take up their Covid-19 vaccine when offered, after Scotland recorded the second-lowest daily first doses on record](. All adults have been offered a first dose, the Scottish Government has said, but just 70 per cent of 18 to 29-year-olds have taken this up, with an even lower rate among men in this age group. In our environment section today Ilona Amos looks at the devastating impact climate change is having on Scotland's diverse seabird species. [Scientists have concluded that the rate of warming in northern oceans, which is faster than south of the equator, is having a dramatic impact on their survival.]( Sticking with animals, have you bought a pet during lockdown like hundreds of thousands of Brits? [With dog ownership rocketing we found which breeds are the most sought after across the UK.]( [Covid Scotland: Plea for young people to take up vaccine after second lowest daily doses on record]( The Scottish Government and health advisers have pleaded with young people to take up their Covid-19 vaccine when offered, after Scotland recorded the second-lowest daily first doses on record. [{$escapedtitle}]( New retirement masterclass The Scotsman conferences will host a FREE online masterclass with experts from Johnston Carmichael Wealth. The webinar will help you understand how to create a successful plan to retire. Experts will address key questions including - How has retirement changed â and how have pensions evolved? And, how to get the most out of your savings and investments? [Book for free today and to prepare for a healthier, wealthier retirement that you deserve]( Join us today Don't forget you can gain access to all our stories from just £3 a month. Unlimited use of our website, full use of our newspaper app (Digial+) and see 70 per cent fewer ads on Scotsman.com. [Support The Scotsman, try out a subscription today.]( [Article Image](
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