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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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Safeguarding advice for volunteers

If you have safeguarding concerns about any child or vulnerable person you meet during your volunteering, it is important that you know who to pass your concerns on to.

Looking out for resident safety

If you see something that worries you when out and about volunteering, please report it to us.

Children’s Social Care

  • Children's Services contact team: 020 7527 7400
  • Disabled Children's team: 020 7527 3366

Adults - Islington Adult Social Care First Point of Contact

  • Telephone: 020 7527 2299

Our safeguarding video below gives more advice on how to stay safe.

The police have produced a handy guide to avoiding financial fraud that volunteers may also wish to refer to.

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