The man was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and was pronounced dead a short time later.

He has not been formally identified; however his next of kin have been informed.

The male driver and sole occupant of the police car did not require medical treatment following the incident on Almond Link Road at around 10.15pm

Senior investigator Steven Carr, from the Police Investigation and Review Commissioner (PIRC), said: "Our thoughts are very much with the family and friends of the man who died.

"Our investigation into the circumstances of this incident is continuing, and I would urge any drivers with dash cam footage, or anyone who witnessed the collision, to please contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference 3422 of 26 December 2022 or alternatively the PIRC during office hours on 01698 542900."