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PKC leader Grant Laing has resigned from the post and is to sit as an independent councillor. ‌

The announcement was made by PKC yesterday (Monday). ‌

Depute leader councillor Eric Drysdale will take on the role of acting group leader and interim leader of the council. ‌

A PKC spokesperson said: “Councillor Grant Laing has notified us of his resignation as council leader for personal reasons.

“He will continue to sit as an independent councillor. ‌

“A new council leader and any related changes to committee appointments will take place at the next meeting of full council on 29 October 2025.

“In the meantime, Councillor Eric Drysdale is acting Leader of the Council.”

Mr Drysdale said yesterday: Article continues below

“Grant’s decision has come as a shock to all

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