KIRKCALDY and Cowdenbeath MP Lesley Laird is urging people to cast their vote for the town in the Rising Star Award contest.

Ms Laird commented following Cowdenbeath High Street being nominated for the “Rising Star High Street Award” run by The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government and said it was well deserved after the work and investment that has gone into the town over the past couple of years.

She said: “It’s great to see that all the hard work that’s been done on Cowdenbeath High Street is paying off and a credit to everyone who has played their part.

"Being shortlisted is a great achievement and makes it a better place for us to shop and enjoy.

“Make sure to spread the word and get voting online. Good luck.”