Millions of eligible voters in England and Wales headed to the polls as voting stations commenced operations at 07:00 on Thursday.
Across England, 107 councils and 11 mayoral races are up for election, alongside the election of 37 police and crime commissioners (PCCs). Additionally, a by-election in Blackpool South will determine a new MP following the resignation of former Conservative Scott Benton.
For those voting in person, one of the 22 accepted forms of identification, such as passports or driving licenses, will be required.
Counting of votes will commence at 22:00 on Thursday, with initial results anticipated shortly after midnight on Friday. Results will continue to be announced throughout Friday and over the weekend, with the final outcomes expected by Sunday afternoon. The winner of the Blackpool South by-election is anticipated to be declared early on Friday.
Mayoral election results, including those for Greater London, West Midlands, and Greater Manchester, will be announced on Friday and Saturday, along with declarations for the London Assembly elections.
A few remaining results for police commissioners and councils are expected to trickle in on Sunday.
There are no elections taking place in Scotland or Northern Ireland.
During polling hours, the BBC, along with other broadcasters, is prohibited from reporting on campaign specifics or election-related issues. Coverage of political events not directly linked to the elections is permitted.
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