Voter ID: Young People

Part of Electoral Commission Committee – in the House of Commons at on 1 December 2022.

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Photo of Cat Smith Cat Smith Labour, Lancaster and Fleetwood

The Electoral Commission has not identified young people as a group that is more likely to need additional support to navigate the ID requirements. Its research found that 2% of 18 to 24-year-olds said that they do not have an acceptable photo ID, which is in line with the average for all age groups. In January, the commission will begin public awareness work to ensure that all voters are aware of the ID requirement, and that those without ID know how to apply for the free voter authority certificate.