SCOTT Harrison has left Hartlepool United, signing a two-year deal with Falkirk.

The centre-half was under contract at Victoria Park, but had been made available for transfer by boss Matthew Bates.

And he has completed a free move to the Scottish Championship after 120 appearances for Pools. He was freed by Pools two years ago, but invited back for pre-season training to earn a deal.

His new boss Paul Hartley said: “Scott is a real physical, no nonsense defender who adds great steel to our backline.

“He has featured at a good level in England having played most of his professional matches in League Two.’’