Voters will be required to show photographic ID at the polling station in upcoming elections across the UK. The Government changed the requirements so that from May 2023, anyone who wishes to cast a vote in person must also show photo identification.
However, for many people, this will cause a problem as they may not have ID. There are 21 different forms of ID on the list of acceptable documents, including driving licences, passports and PASS cards.
Despite this, according to research for The Cabinet Office carried out in 2021, 9% of people do not hold a form of photo ID that is both in-date and recognisable. As a result, the Electoral Commission has introduced a voter authority certificate so that those without photo ID will still have the opportunity to cast their ballot.
