Barrhead saw off a strong challenge from the border town of Kelso to gain the award at the Scottish Urban Regeneration Forum Awards in Glasgow on Thursday 10 December.
Kirsten said: “It is good to see the transformation of Barrhead is well under way, with major investment in new town centre facilities and in new housing.
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“Coming on top of the recent announcement that the new Barrhead High School is back on track this award is a real boost for the town.
“Congratulations are due to all those involved in driving forward the regeneration and to the people of Barrhead for a well-deserved award.”