Secondary school applications close 31 October
If your child starts secondary school in September 2027, apply for a school place by Saturday 31 October.
Photo ID to vote
Check which photo ID you can use at a polling station, and apply for a free one.
You need to show photo ID to vote at a polling station. You do not need it to vote by post.
ID you can use
- a passport
- a driving licence, including a provisional licence
- a Blue Badge
- an older or disabled person's bus pass
- a PASS card
- a veteran card
Your ID can be out of date, as long as it still looks like you.
If you do not have photo ID
Apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate. Apply by 5pm on Wednesday 28 April 2027 for the elections on 6 May.