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Local council elections - Polling day tomorrow (Thursday 7 May)

Here’s what you need to know to vote in person on Thursday 7 May.

  • Polling stations are open 7am to 10pm - check your poll card or the 'Where do I vote?' website for yours
  • Bring photo ID - you cannot vote without an accepted form of ID
  • You do not need your poll card - if you are registered, you can vote
  • All our polling stations are wheelchair accessible and staff are there to help
  • If you have a disability, let us know now if you need anything else to help you vote at your polling station

Read all you need to know on our local council election 2026 page.

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Child performance licence

A child up to the age of 16 may need a licence if they take part in certain events, such as films, plays, or sporting events, where people pay to watch. Find out more and apply.

 
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  1. After you apply

Apply

To apply, fill out our online application form and upload the following: 

  • a copy of the child’s birth certificate or passport 
  • a passport-sized photo of the child 
  • performance risk assessment
  • production company's child protection policy
  • authorisation letter from the school if the child will miss lessons 
  • chaperone licences, if professional chaperones are involved.

Apply for a child performance licence

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