A new head teacher is being appointed at Portlethen Academy.

Aberdeenshire Council’s chief education officer Vincent Docherty said today: “Following competitive interview yesterday I am delighted to advise that Barry Drennan, depute head teacher at Aboyne Academy, has been selected as the preferred candidate for the post of head teacher at Portlethen Academy.

“I send my warmest congratulations to Barry and wish him every success for the future.”

He will be replacing Neil Morrison, who is to retire.