An outbreak of E Coli linked to an Angus nursery has been officially declared over.

A small number of children were affected after an outbreak linked to the Peter Pan playgroup in Carnoustie last month.

The playgroup closed voluntarily on September 14 after cases of E Coli 0157 were detected.

Investigators originally thought the infection may have been related to an outbreak in South Lanarkshire which was linked to Dunsyre Blue cheese.

NHS Tayside said the source of the initial outbreak had not been identified.

Dr Jackie Hyland, NHS Tayside consultant in public health medicine, said: "The incident management team have formally declared the incident as over.

"Investigations have not identified a source of the initial outbreak but rigorous action has been taken to minimise any further potential risk before a playgroup in Angus, which closed on a precautionary basis, reopens.

"We would like to thank parents and the local community for their tremendous support throughout this investigation, which has helped us manage this incident and ensure the prevention of the spread of infection."