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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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Finding a home

It is very unlikely that you will be offered a council home as there is far more demand than supply. Find out how else you may be able to find a home.

  • Bid for housing

    Find out more about our choice-based lettings scheme, where you can bid for housing if you have 120 points or more.

  • Downsizing

    If you live in a council property that is too big for you, we can help you to downsize to a smaller, more manageable home

  • Private renters

    Find out about private rented housing in Islington, including what your rights are as a private renter

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