Voters reminded to bring photo identification to polling booth

Ahead of local elections this week, the government is reminding people to bring their photo identification with them on polling day.

Anyone voting in person in local elections taking place in England on Thursday 4 May 2023 will need an accepted form of photo identification to cast their vote.

The vast majority of voters already own an accepted form of identification, which includes driving licences, blue badges, NUS Totum cards and Freedom passes, as well as Voter Authority Certificates.

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.

For more information please check your polling card and find more details online.

Accepted forms of photo identification and further information are available on GOV.UK.