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03.05.2023 - 12:19 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Voters all across the country will have to bring proof of ID if they plan to vote at a polling station for the local election.
On May 18, council seats across the country will be up for grabs and will see Brits head to their local polling station to hand in their ballot. However, the rules for this year's election are slightly different than last because you will need to have some form of ID on hand in order to be allowed to vote.
It comes after new legislation came into place which the government claims will help prevent voter fraud. During the last general election, according to the Electoral Commission, 595 cases of alleged electoral fraud were investigated - of which four led to a conviction.
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Ahead of the election Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove said: “If you’re planning to vote in person at your local elections, you must remember to bring accepted photo identification with you to the polling station.
“These changes will prevent electoral fraud and ensure elections remain free and fair.
“You can use a wide range of photo identification such as a driving licence, but make sure you check eligibility before heading out to vote.”
However, the new law has been described as “expensive” and “unnecessary” by Labour and sparked concern among electoral reform campaigners.
For a breakdown of which ID you can bring with you to the polling station, read below...
When turning up to a polling station, you will be asked your name and address as it appears on the electoral register. You must also prove your identity by showing an acceptable form of ID.
This can include the following:
International travel
Passport issued by the UK, any of the Channel
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