The ceremony was the first undertaken by the King and Queen Consort after the official period of royal mourning
The new King has offered his "warmest congratulations" to Scotland's newest city as he said conferring the honour on Dunfermline in Fife would "gladden my dear mother's heart".
He spoke of his mother's "deep love for Scotland", describing it as "one of the foundations of her life". The new King also spoke of the community, adding: "It is my hope that all those who live in, or who hail from, this very special place will feel a real sense of pride at this latest chapter in our rich history, and that this new distinction will not merely burnish the legacy of the past but will also brighten the prospect of our future.
Mr Leishman, who is well-known in the town from his time as manager of Dunfermline Athletic, said: "Dunfermline has a special place in my heart and as the provost of the Kingdom of Fife I couldn't be prouder to receive this honour.During her speech, Ms Sturgeon said she had family in Dunfermline, including her nephew who is a passionate supporter of its football team. She said: "There's no doubt that the conferring of city status is a significant moment for Dunfermline.
Dr Iain Greenshields, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, also spoke at the ceremony. He said: "We are indebted to her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth for conferring, as part of her Jubilee Celebrations, city status on Dunfermline - the Auld Grey Toon.
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