Local elections marked 'dark day for British democracy' as some people unable to vote
It has been compulsory to show photo identification when voting.
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It has been compulsory to show photo identification when voting.
Voters cast ballots on Thursday for the first time since the new rules requiring they show identification
It is now compulsory to show photo identification when voting
Compulsory photo identification was required for the first time yesterday in order to cast ballots for local councillors. But the Electoral Commission has admitted some people were unable to vote.
Disappointed voters have been turned away from polling stations for not bringing the right documentation, after controversial new voter ID requirements came in for the first time at the local elections on Thursday.