The Kilbirnie and Beith By Election took place on 11 December 2008.  The by election was caused by the death of the sitting Member.

The by election was conducted under the Single Transferable Vote system.  The electorate was 11, 232.  Total votes cast were 2806 giving a turnout of 24.98%.    Anthea Dickson, representing the Scottish National party was duly elected.

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