Pride Glasgow has asked police to look into its books amid concerns of financial irregularities.

They said a new treasurer raised concerns regarding the "financial conduct of an ex-employee".

Scotland's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) festival has faced a series of departures and public rows following this year's controversial event.

The future of the charity was put into doubt after the festival in July.

Following a march through the city, led by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, a music concert was held at Kelvingrove Park.

However, furious revellers were left stranded at the park gates after tickets for the event were oversold.

Former Pride Glasgow CEO Alastair Smith was forced to apologise to all those who were locked out and left out of pocket and later quit after a petition was launched.

A spokesperson for Pride Glasgow said: "On August 8 our new treasurer contacted Police Scotland within days of his appointment, this was regarding the financial conduct of an ex-employee.

"This investigation is ongoing.

"In November 2018 following new information another report was made to Police Scotland regarding the same person, this investigation is at an early stage and we believe will be managed by Police Scotland.

"There is no investigation into our organisation or any of the current Trustees."

Despite the controversy, Pride Glasgow said it was confident the event will go ahead in 2019.

However, it still owes its main partner, Glasgow City Council, tens of thousands of pounds.

A spokesman for the council said: "I can confirm we are still seeking payment for some services. In the meantime, the council remains very much aware of the importance of Pride celebrations to Glasgow."

Police Scotland confirmed they were investigating the reported financial irregularities.

A spokesman said: "Police Scotland is assessing information and enquiries are at a very early stage."