Kilmarnock East and Hurlford (ward)

Kilmarnock East and Hurlford is a ward within the East Ayrshire council area in Scotland. It is one of nine wards used for local elections to East Ayrshire Council, each electing three or four councillors.

The ward encompasses the eastern part of Kilmarnock, including the areas of Knockinlaw, Shortlees, and parts of the town centre. It also includes the village of Hurlford, located to the east of Kilmarnock.

The boundaries of the ward are reviewed periodically by the Local Government Boundary Commission for Scotland to ensure fair representation and reflect changes in population distribution. The most recent review prior to any given election should be consulted to confirm the precise boundaries.

The ward elects councillors who represent the interests of the residents of Kilmarnock East and Hurlford on East Ayrshire Council. These councillors are responsible for making decisions on a wide range of local issues, including education, social services, housing, planning, and environmental services. The political composition of the council is determined by the results of the ward elections.