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About Clackmannanshire And Dunblane

Clackmannanshire and Dunblane is a constituency of the Scottish Parliament covering the whole of Clackmannanshire, Scotland’s “Wee County”, together with Dunblane in the Stirling Council Area. It combines Clackmannanshire’s industrial heritage communities, including Alloa and the Hillfoots villages, with Dunblane’s historic character and strong commuter links across central Scotland.

Clackmannanshire and Dunblane is a constituency of the Scottish Parliament that brings together the whole of Clackmannanshire, known as Scotland’s “Wee County”, with the historic cathedral city of Dunblane in the Stirling Council Area. Created for the 2011 election, the constituency links former industrial communities such as Alloa and the Hillfoots villages beneath the Ochil Hills with one of central Scotland’s most attractive commuter towns. The area reflects a strong contrast and balance between Clackmannanshire’s manufacturing and working community heritage, its growing residential neighbourhoods, and Dunblane’s role as a well connected commuter settlement with a distinctive historic character. Together they form a constituency that combines industrial roots, expanding local enterprise, and access to major transport links across central Scotland.

Key Facts

~60,000

Electorate

Clackmannanshire, Stirling

Council Area

Keith Brown (SNP)

Current MSP

~64%

2021 Turnout

47% Yes

2014 Indyref Result

40% Remain

2016 EU Ref Result

Our Communities

Alloa

The county town and commercial heart of Clackmannanshire, Alloa has a proud brewing heritage — once home to eight breweries — and is home to Alloa Tower, one of the largest medieval tower houses in Scotland, alongside a growing modern retail and leisure scene.

Dunblane

One of Scotland's most charming and historic small cities, Dunblane is home to the magnificent Dunblane Cathedral, an outstanding golf club, the National Tennis Centre, and a thriving community with excellent schools and transport links to Stirling and beyond.

Alva

A vibrant Hillfoots community at the foot of the magnificent Ochil Hills, Alva is home to one of Scotland's finest outdoor swimming pools, a popular community and sports centre, and the stunning Alva Glen for hillwalking enthusiasts.

Tillicoultry

A welcoming Hillfoots village known for its craft outlets and antiques, Tillicoultry sits at the base of the Ochil Hills with easy access to excellent walking routes and the popular Tillicoultry Glen, making it a favourite destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

Dollar

One of Scotland's most attractive small towns, Dollar is home to the internationally renowned Dollar Academy, one of Scotland's finest independent schools, and lies at the foot of the Ochils beneath the dramatic Dollar Glen and Castle Campbell — one of the most romantic castles in Scotland.

Clackmannan

The historic county town that gives the county its name, Clackmannan features the remarkable Clackmannan Tower — associated with Robert the Bruce — and a tight-knit community with a strong sense of historical identity and civic pride.

Tullibody

A well-established community adjacent to Alloa with a strong local identity, good schools, and a wide range of community facilities serving the growing residential population of this part of Clackmannanshire.

Local Strengths

Stunning Ochil Hills providing world-class walking, cycling, and outdoor recreation on the constituency's doorstep
Excellent rail and road connectivity to Stirling, Edinburgh, and Glasgow supporting a strong commuter economy
Rich industrial heritage including Scotland's historic brewing industry centred on Alloa
Castle Campbell and Dollar Glen — one of Scotland's most dramatic castle and gorge walking experiences
Dunblane Cathedral and heritage site making Dunblane an important cultural destination
Strong community organisations and active voluntary sector across Clackmannanshire
Forth Valley College Alloa Campus providing important further education locally
Significant City Region Deal investment including the Alloa Innovation and Digital Hub

Local Challenges

Clackmannanshire is now served by only a single bank and one building society — a serious financial exclusion concern
Council tax rose by 13% in 2025/26 placing significant pressure on household budgets
Deprivation in parts of Alloa and Tullibody with above-average levels of unemployment and poor health
Mental health and social isolation challenges identified as a major issue across the constituency
Future of Forth Valley College's Alloa Campus uncertain beyond 2026/27
Bus services between communities need improvement, particularly for residents without cars
Housing quality and availability challenges across parts of Clackmannanshire
Economic diversification needed to reduce reliance on commuter economy and logistics

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