Voter ID rules explained

What you need to bring on Thursday and why it is controversial

Voter ID notice ahead of May's local elections
Voter ID notice ahead of May's local elections
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 A majority of the British public backs the use of voter ID in elections, despite concerns that it disproportionately affects marginalised communities and young people.

With the general election just days away, the latest YouGov tracker data found two-thirds of people (68%) support having a photographic identification (ID) requirement to vote, compared to just 25% who are opposed. Most across all ages and social groups support the rule, with the exception of Green voters who oppose it by 56% to 40%.

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