Previously known as Provost, the new title recognises and honours the milestone in the city’s history, which was first bestowed Royal Burgh status by King David I in 1124.
The Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Local Government, Shona Robison, granted the new title on behalf of the Scottish Government following a request from Alan Simpson OBE, Lord Lieutenant of Stirling and Falkirk, and former Stirling MP Alyn Smith.
It was accepted and agreed at a full meeting of Stirling Council earlier this month.
The Lord Provost is Stirling Council's civic leader and represents the council and local communities at ceremonial and other events throughout the year.
The Lord Provost helps promote Stirling and the surrounding area locally, nationally and internationally. The role of the Lord Provost is apolitical.
Ceremonial
Lord Provost Elaine Watterson said: “This is an honour for Stirling and is fitting as the role of Provost dates back to the 12th Century, when our city first became a Royal Burgh.
“The Lord Provost may no longer be responsible for collecting taxes on behalf of the Sheriff of Stirling, but it’s still an important civic and ceremonial position.
“I am privileged to be the latest in a long line of civic leaders and it is humbling to represent Stirling at events and community gatherings and engage with people from all walks of life.
“I have the utmost respect for our chain of office and I look forward to continuing to work on behalf of Stirling, as the Lord Provost, for our people and our communities and telling our great story.”
For more info on the role of Stirling's Lord Provost and how to request the Lord Provost to attend an event, visit: www.stirling.gov.uk/council-and-committees/about-the-council/stirling-council-provost/