Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron has welcomed the Scottish Government’s announcement that it is launching a volunteering scheme for members of the public to help during the coronavirus crisis.

The ‘Scotland cares’ campaign will direct people to readyscotland.org where they can volunteer to help the NHS, other public services and local charities.

Mr Cameron said: “This is good news and the announcement comes not a moment too soon.

“The UK Government launched its scheme early last week and, already, more than 700,000 people have offered help. I am sure that we will see an equally positive response here in Scotland.

“Here in the Highlands and Islands we have seen a fantastic reaction to the emergency with communities coming together spontaneously to offer help to the most vulnerable.

“I am confident that by acting together we can meet the challenge posed by the coronavirus, protect the NHS and save lives.”