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East Ayrshire Council

Use your vote on 7 May

Ahead of the Scottish Parliament election on Thursday 7 May, voters are being reminded of some simple steps they can take to make sure they can have their say on the day.

Our junior and senior winners and runners up Evie Naeve Gregor Ethan Mariella and Angus

East Ayrshire Young Musician of the Year 2026

Ten very talented young musicians took part in the Music Service’s East Ayrshire Young Musician of the Year competition held at Stewarton Area Centre recently.

The new wheeled bins

Recycling calendars will be available from Friday 1 May

The new bin collection service will be rolled out in two phases starting in Cumnock and the surrounding area from May 2026, and Kilmarnock and the surrounding area from October.