Voting and elections

Find out more about voting and elections in Islington.

Local elections 2026

The local council elections will take place on Thursday 7 May 2026.

You must be registered to vote before you can vote in person, by post or proxy. If you are not, you can register to vote on GOV.UK.

If you need any help with or advice about voting and upcoming elections, email electoral.services@islington.gov.uk.

Who can vote

Find out if you're allowed to vote in Islington
Voting in person

What you need to know to vote at a polling station in Islington
Postal voting

Apply to vote by post
Proxy voting

How to apply for a proxy vote If you want or need someone to vote for you
Tell us what you need at polling stations

If you have accessibility needs when voting in person, let us know how we can help
Stand as a candidate in Islington local elections

What you need to do to stand as a candidate in the local elections on Thursday 7 May 2026