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Some libraries will be closed on Thursday 7 May

N4 Library, and the children’s libraries at Mildmay and Finsbury libraries, will be closed on Thursday 7 May because they are being used as polling stations for the local elections. All other libraries will be open as normal.

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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Islington Teen Reads voting form

The shortlist was selected by young people in Islington secondary schools and colleges. Voting ends on 10 February and the winner will be announced at a special by invitation event at Waterstones book shop at Islington Green in March around World Book Day, with exciting prizes for some voters.
Teen reads vote