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Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day events will be held throughout East Ayrshire on Sunday 8 November 2026.

Find your nearest event
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By-election: Ward 8 – Cumnock and New Cumnock

A by-election for Ward 8 - Cumnock and New Cumnock will take place on Thursday 10 December 2026.

Find out more about the by-election
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Early years clothing grant

Applications for the early years footwear and clothing grant are open until 4pm on Friday 20 November 2026.

Apply for the early years clothing grant

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A school meal is the best deal! 06 November 2026
A school meal is the best deal!
Sophie, Oliver, Carmen, Arran and Lauren from Kilmarnock Academy, with Head of Campus David Rose, welcomed special guests from the Council to the William McIlvanney Campus for a fresh, sustainable school ...
East Ayrshire Council supports Living Wage Week 06 November 2026
East Ayrshire Council supports Living Wage Week
East Ayrshire Council is reaffirming its commitment to fair pay as it supports Living Wage Week, taking place from 9-15 November.
Garden awards for East Ayrshire’s greenest fingers! 04 November 2026
Garden awards for East Ayrshire’s greenest fingers!
East Ayrshire Council’s annual garden competition recognises the top amateur gardeners from across East Ayrshire.
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