The local elections will mark the first time it has been compulsory for all voters in England to have to show photo identification when arriving at polling stations.The much-criticised change was piloted regionally before the national rollout for Thursday's elections.Those turning up at polling stations will be required to show a form of photo identification, such as a passport, driving licence or blue badge.

The local elections will mark the first time it has been compulsory for all voters in England to have to show photo identification when arriving at polling stations.The much-criticised change was piloted regionally before the national rollout for Thursday's elections.Those turning up at polling stations will be required to show a form of photo identification, such as a passport, driving licence or blue badge.