‘New UK Government requirements mean that people must show photo ID, when voting at a polling station, in the upcoming parish council elections on May 4.
Acceptable forms of identification are a passport, driving licence, Blue Badge, an identity card with a PASS mark, certain concessionary travel cards, a biometric immigration document, a defence identity card and a national identity card.
Those who don’t have photo ID, can apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate, by 5pm on April 25, at www.gov.uk/apply-for-photo-id-voter-authority-certificate
If you require a Voter Authority Certificate and are unable to apply online call Copeland Council on 01946 598300 or email info@copeland.gov.uk.’
