Photos: Funeral of Charles Kennedy held today

The funeral service for former Lib Dem leader Charles Kennedy has been held today near his home in the Highlands.

A Mass was celebrated at St John's Roman Catholic Church in Caol before a burial service at Clunes, Achnacarry.

The funeral started at noon, with the congregation singing the hymn Christ Be Beside Me.

The service was broadcast to mourners outside the church through loudspeakers

Politicians including Danny Alexander, Nick Clegg, John Swinney and Gordon Brown attended the church

Mr Kennedy died at his home in Fort William on 1 June at the age of 55 after suffering a major haemorrhage as a result of his battle with alcoholism.

The prime minister and his wife sent a floral tribute to Mr Kennedy

Mr Kennedy's former wife Sarah Gurling arrived at St John's Roman Catholic Church shortly before the funeral began

He had been a Highland MP for 32 years, and led the Lib Dems for more than six years.

The church was packed for the service, which was also relayed through loud speakers to mourners who had gathered outside.

Credit: BBC