The upgrade is great news for the community providing a safe, welcoming and inclusive space for local children and families to enjoy, encouraging physical activity, social interaction and imaginative play.

Catherine McKiernan, director of Hillhead Housing Association, said: “We are extremely grateful to both our funders, FCC Communities Foundation and EB Scotland Ltd, for providing significant financial support to upgrade this well used playpark in the heart of the Hillhead community.

“We are particularly pleased that the upgrade includes some accessible play equipment allowing safe access for all local children.”

FCC Communities Foundation (a not-for-profit organisation) and EB Scotland Ltd award grants for community projects through the Scottish Landfill Communities Fund.

Cheryl Raynor, grant manager from FCC Communities Foundation, added: “It’s fantastic to see Highfield Road playpark brought back to life as a vibrant, welcoming space for the whole community. We’re proud to support a project that will bring so much joy to local children and families, encouraging play, activity and connection for years to come. This is a wonderful example of how community funding can make a real and lasting difference.”

FCC Communities Foundation is a not-for-profit business that awards grants for community, conservation and heritage projects from funds donated by FCC Environment through the Landfill Communities Fund and Scottish Landfill Communities Fund.