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Dog walkers are reminded to be respectful in cemeteries
Pet owners are being asked to show respect while they are in burial grounds with dogs. Signs have been installed at facilities in West Kilbride and Largs.
18 May 2026

Recruitment drive for young people has launched
A recruitment drive supported by North Ayrshire Council to help young jobseekers find work is now up and running.
18 May 2026

Energy efficiency support expands in North Ayrshire
Homeowners in eligible areas of North Ayrshire can now benefit from grant supported energy efficiency improvements.
15 May 2026

Children’s rights remain central to Council business
North Ayrshire Council’s Cabinet has noted the good progress being made across its services when it comes to ensuring children’s rights are respected.
11 May 2026

Scottish Parliamentary Election results – 7 May, 2026
The local results in the Scottish Parliamentary Election have been declared for the Cunninghame North and Cunninghame South constituencies
08 May 2026

Additional funds allocated to address child poverty
North Ayrshire Council has committed a further £276,000 to support work to tackle child poverty. The funding will be directed to the CPEIF.
30 April 2026

Pupils can use study spaces in their local library
Are you struggling to concentrate? North Ayrshire Libraries have got you covered! With exam season underway pupils can use our free study spaces.
30 April 2026

Voters go to the polls
Voters will go to the polls on Thursday, 7 May to elect MSPs to represent them in the Scottish Parliament.
30 April 2026

Joint Youth Forum hears the voices of young people
28 young people between 12-18 joined together for the bi-annual Joint Youth Forum event to network, share their ideas and influence local decision-making.
07 April 2026

Candidates for Scottish Parliamentary Election
The candidates have been confirmed for the Scottish Parliamentary Election, to be held on Thursday, May 7. Voters will choose their constituency MSPs.
02 April 2026

Record number celebrated at Duke of Edinburgh Awards
St Matthew’s Academy hosted this year’s Duke of Edinburgh Awards (DofE) ceremony celebrating the hard work and dedication of young people.
30 March 2026

Young musicians strike chord with winning performances
Talented young musicians from across North Ayrshire were celebrating an exceptional weekend of musical achievement.
26 March 2026
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