THE reins have been handed over at the Rotary Club of Alloa following one of the busiest year’s for the organisation serving Clackmannanshire.

Outgoing president Lindsey Spowage has handed the baton over to incoming John Allan who will take over for 2024-25.

The club celebrated the handover, which takes place in the midsummer each year, with a BBQ for members and friends in the gardens of Dunmar House Hotel recently.

Demob happy, Lindsey thanked all members and everyone wo took part in events throughout 2023-24, which has been one of the club’s busiest years to date.

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John said: “These are big shoes to fill and Lindsey has set a high bar in terms of leadership.

“I will do my best to keep up the good work. With several new members joining recently, we are ready to run an exciting programme of events and projects with something for everyone.”

People from the Wee County interested in joining the Rotary Club of Alloa should email secretary@alloa.rotary1010.org and head along to help with an event or join in a meeting.