UK residents wishing to vote in the upcoming local and mayoral elections on Thursday, May 7, 2026, must ensure they are registered by the deadline. The deadline to register to vote is 23:59 on Tuesday, April 29, 2026. This applies to elections across England, Wales, and Scotland.
Registration can be completed online through the official government website in a process that typically takes about five minutes. Applicants need their National Insurance number. Those already registered do not need to re-register unless they have changed address, name, or nationality.
The elections on May 7 will see voters choose local councillors in many areas and mayors in regions including London, Greater Manchester, and the West Midlands. Separate registration deadlines apply for postal and proxy vote applications, which are earlier.
Failure to register by the deadline means individuals will not be able to vote in these elections. The Electoral Commission urges all eligible citizens to check their registration status promptly.
