A new joint committee to progress the ambitious Tay Cities Deal programme has been established by Fife Council.

The £1.8bn investment programme involves four councils - Dundee, Fife, Angus and Perth & Kinross.

The deal seeks to establish long-term partnerships with both the Scottish and UK Government to transform the regional economy, and is aligned with the economic strategies of both Governments.

It could provide thousands of jobs and crucial funding for projects and if approved, the development would form part of the Tay Cities Deal package of 50 projects across Tayside and north east Fife.

Councillor David Ross said: "We fully recognise the importance of the Tay Cities economy to, and contribution of, north east Fife.

"These proposals will enable the region to become even more attractive for inward investment and accelerated economic growth.

"The Tay Cities Deal will support us to realise the potential of the River Tay to encourage tourism and attract more visitors."