Heading to the polls on your lunch break? Here’s what you need to knowpublished at 12:40 BST

12:40 BST

Nabiha Ahmed
Live reporter

Our teams have been gathering some of the key questions voters have been searching for this morning before going to the polls.

If you’re about to head out the door, here’s a glossary of our guides to voting in person:

What are today’s elections?

Local elections are taking place in parts of England, alongside national elections in Scotland and Wales. Here’s a closer look at the contests.

We also have individual, in-depth guides to each of the England, Scotland and Wales votes.

Do I need ID to vote?

If you’re voting in England, you’ll need to bring photo ID with you. Here’s a list of the kinds of ID you can take.

You do not need ID to vote in person in the Scottish Parliament or Senedd elections.

Do I need a polling card to vote?

If you think you know the answer, test your knowledge here. (No spoilers!)

We’ve also rounded up the polling day dos and don’ts here.

When will election results be announced?

Unlike in a general election, not all votes are being counted overnight. Here’s a breakdown of when we can expect results to come through.

If you are planning to stay up, here’s how the BBC will be covering the election through the night.

What’s the polling day weather forecast?

It’s a mixed picture. Click here to find out if it’s sunglasses or an umbrella you’ll need to pack.