Stirling Council has chosen a new leader

Labour's Margaret Brisley has been confirmed as the new Leader of Stirling Council.

It follows the election of Chris Kane as Stirling & Strathallan MP at the recent general election.

Brisley, who is a former teacher, has represented residents across the area since 1980.

The change has been confirmed at a special meeting of Stirling Council.

Labour's Gerry McGarvey is the new Deputy Leader.

The party is running a minority administration, with no party winning a majority of seats at the 2022 local election.