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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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Adoption and fostering

Every child deserves a safe, secure and happy childhood. We need individuals and couples to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people by adopting a child or becoming a foster carer.

  • Adoption

    Adopting a child is a life-long commitment. When you adopt, you will become their legal parent and raise them as your own. Support is available throughout the adoption process.

  • Fostering

    Fostering is looking after someone else’s child in your own home either short or long term. You may look after babies, children and young people up to 21. You will receive an allowance, training and support.

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