Peter Murphy has been named as the new manager of Queen of the South.
Murphy replaces Marvin Bartley, who departed after Queens finished in seventh place in cinch League 1.
He takes up the role at Palmerston after seven seasons with Annan, leading the Galabankies to cinch League 1 and ensuring safety on the final day of the season.
Murphy told the club's website: "I am delighted to get an opportunity to work in full-time football. It has been a dream of mine since moving into management. I would like to say a big thank you to Annan Athletic in the way they have handled everything in both my time at Galabank and since the decision that I will be moving to their football neighbours.
"It’s been a bit of a whirlwind with the season just finishing on Saturday to now getting ready to build a squad that will represent my style of football on the park. And to meet my ambitions, the ambition of the club and supporters. It’s an exciting time for everyone and a challenge that I’m relishing."
