Former MSP Frank McAveety vowed to put the citizens of Glasgow first as he was elected leader of the city council.
Mr McAveety was officially appointed during a meeting today following Gordon Matheson's decision to stand down.
It is the second time as leader for the ex-culture and sports minister, who said the council's focus will continue to be on education and job creation.
He said: "At all times, I will be pressing the case for what's best for Glasgow.
"The city has given me everything in life and I will work tirelessly for the benefit of its people. We will attempt to be a shield for the vulnerable and the creator of opportunity for all.
"I'll work in partnership with anyone - the UK Government, the Scottish Government and the business community - as long as they are prepared to do the right thing for the people of Glasgow, because I will always put our citizens first."
Mr McAveety previously served as leader from 1997 until 1999 when he was elected to the Scottish Parliament.
He lost his seat in 2011 to the SNP's John Mason and went on to became a councillor for the Shettleston ward.
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