Polling station closing times: What time polls close in the 2026 local elections tonight and where to vote

POLLING stations have been open all across the country today for the UK local election. More than 5,000 councillors across 2,969 wards and divisions on 136 English local authorities will be appointed this year. At the same time, six directly elected mayors will also be chosen by local residents in their respective constituencies. LOCAL ELECTIONS LIVE...