The Government has introduced new legislation which means photographic identification will be compulsory for anyone voting in person in this year’s elections.
Voters attending the polls on Thursday 4 May will be refused a ballot if they do not show Government-approved photo ID. Accepted ID includes:
- passports
- driving licences
- concessionary bus passes
- a PASS card (Proof of Age Standards Scheme)
- Blue Badge
- Voter Authority Certificate
Expired ID is also accepted as long as the photo is a true likeness. You can visit the Electoral Commission website for a full list of accepted forms of voter ID
If residents don’t have any of these forms of ID, they can apply for a free voter ID which is also called a Voter Authority Certificate. A website has been set up to register for free voter ID
People can also get help getting online at any library if they need some support, or the Elections Team is able to answer question and they can be contacted at 0161 770 4318 or elections@oldham.gov.uk
You can also register to vote by post as normal, and postal votes will not require further ID. For more information, visit www.oldham.gov.uk/voterid