UK households told they must do one thing by midnight if they want to vote in elections
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UK households have until midnight on April 20 to register to vote in the local elections on May 7. Those who miss the deadline will not be able to cast their votes in the elections.
UK households planning to vote in the local elections on May 7 must register by midnight on April 20. The elections will take place across Great Britain, with mayoralties and council seats up for grabs in parts of England, and elections to the Scottish and Welsh parliaments. To register, individuals can visit the UK Government website and provide their National Insurance number and address. Those who want to vote by post or proxy must also apply by the respective deadlines. Voting age rules differ across the country, with 18 being the voting age in England and 16 in Scotland and Wales for certain elections. Valid photo ID is required for local elections in England, but not for the Scottish Parliament or Senedd elections.
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