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Elections on 2 May

Elections for the next Mayor of London and London Assembly members, as well as the by-election for Hillrise ward, will take place on Thursday 2 May.

You must now show photo ID when you vote at polling stations. See a full list of accepted forms of ID. You can also apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate in place of photo ID. The deadline to apply for this is 5pm, Wednesday 24 April.

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How the council works

Find out how councillors represent the interests of the borough’s residents and make decisions about local services on behalf of local people.

  • How decisions are made

    Find out more the decision-making process and the political make-up of the council

  • Our constitution

    Find out about the framework and rules for governing the council on our Democracy in Islington website

  • Committees

    Find out about the different committees which make decisions and scrutinise council activities on our Democracy in Islington website

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