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Voter ID requirements: Burnham reported to be moving to scrap photo checks

Andy Burnham is reported to be rushing through laws to end photo ID checks at polling stations. Until they pass, the current rules on voting in person still apply.

Agatha Ives · · Confirmed
A polling station sign attached to a stone building on a British high street.
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