Hogmanay celebrations on Stirling Castle’s esplanade have been cancelled due to high winds.
A live outdoor concert had been due to take place on the esplanade with music from The Waterboys, Skerryvore, JJ Gilmour and Model Aeroplanes, followed by a fireworks display to welcome in 2015.
However the event has been cancelled as high winds mean public safety could not be guaranteed, police said.
The joint decision was taken following a mutli-agency meeting.
Chief Inspector Paul Rollo, Stirling policing commander, said: “Hogmanay is one of the highlights of the year in the city, and the joint decision to cancel the street party was only taken after lengthy discussion and deliberation with the organisers.
“We prioritise the safety of people attending an event and with the poor weather conditions right now with winds far stronger than expected, unfortunately this could not be assured. This event has been planned for some time and the conditions have deteriorated on the night.
“People with tickets who are on their way to the castle should not attend as they won’t be admitted. Many other premises in the city may have ticketed events and so please do not assume you will be able to get into another venue.
“Buses and taxis are running to get you home safely. Police remain in the city centre to assist revellers welcoming in the New Year, and we would remind them to do so with respect for others.”
No ticket holders had been admitted to the esplanade area when the event was cancelled.
Elsewhere Hogmanay celebrations have got under way in Scotland’s capital as thousands of revellers arrived to bring in the new year.
Aberdeen is hosting free live music on Union Terrace from performers Flaxman, The Jellyman’s Daughter and Funk Connection.
In Aberdeenshire, around 12,000 people are expected to turn out for events including Stonehaven’s Fireballs Ceremony and Open Air in the Square.
Up to 75,000 people are expected to gather on the streets of Edinburgh for the world-famous event which will see Lily Allen headline the Concert In The Gardens.
Police have urged people to act responsibly while out this evening.
Chief Inspector Richard Craig said: “The festive season is a fantastic period of the year and Hogmanay is a traditional time of celebration. We want to encourage people to enjoy themselves, have fun with their friends and family members but to be safe and responsible.”