Key points in this week’s update
The provisional total number of deaths registered in Scotland in week 48 of 2024 (25th November to 1 December) was 1,241. This is 99 or 7.4% lower than the expected number of deaths in week 48. There were 8 deaths that mentioned COVID-19.
Changes to methodology for excess deaths
The methodology used to calculate excess deaths changed in February 2024. More information on these changes, including figures comparing the old and new methods, can be found on the ONS website.
