Haringey residents will head to the polls on Thursday 7 May to elect representatives for all 57 council seats across 21 wards. These local elections determine the composition of the council for the next four-year term, impacting local services from social care to urban planning.
| Key Election Milestone | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Polling Stations Open | Thursday 7 May, 07:00 |
| Polling Stations Close | Thursday 7 May, 22:00 |
| Emergency Proxy Application Deadline | Thursday 7 May, 17:00 |
| Election Count at Alexandra Palace | Friday 8 May |
Mandatory Photo ID for Voters
Voters must present an accepted form of original photo ID to receive a ballot paper. Accepted documents include a passport, photocard driving licence, 60+ Oyster card, or a PASS card. Expired ID remains valid as long as the photograph remains a true likeness and the name matches the electoral register. Staff cannot accept digital images or photocopies of ID documents.
Accessibility and Support at Polling Stations
Every polling station in Haringey is designed for wheelchair access. Facilities include large-print ballot posters, tactile voting devices, and audio recordings for visually impaired voters. Residents requiring physical assistance can be accompanied by a companion over the age of 18 or request support from the presiding officer. Children are permitted to enter the voting booth but are legally prohibited from marking the ballot paper.
Deadlines for Postal and Emergency Proxy Votes
Completed postal votes that have not been mailed can be hand-delivered to any Haringey polling station or George Meehan House in Wood Green until 10pm on election day. A mandatory declaration form must be completed upon hand-delivery for the vote to be counted. For those facing sudden medical or work-related emergencies, applications for an emergency proxy vote are accepted until 5pm on Thursday.
Election Results and Alexandra Palace Count
The verification and counting of ballots will commence on Friday 8 May at Alexandra Palace. Results for each of the 21 wards will be released sequentially throughout the day. The final council composition will be updated on official digital channels as soon as the last ward is declared.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to bring to vote at a Haringey polling station?
To receive your ballot paper, you must present an original, physical form of photo ID. Accepted documents include a UK or EEA passport, a photocard driving licence, a 60+ Oyster card, or a PASS card. Important: Staff cannot accept digital images or photocopies on your phone. If your ID has expired, you can still use it as long as the photograph remains a ‘true likeness’ and the name matches the electoral register.
What should I do if I missed the post for my mail-in ballot or have a last-minute emergency?
If you haven’t mailed your postal vote, do not put it in a post box on election day. Instead, hand-deliver it to any Haringey polling station or George Meehan House in Wood Green before 10:00 pm. You will be required to sign a mandatory declaration form upon delivery. For those facing a sudden medical or work emergency that prevents them from voting in person, you can apply for an emergency proxy vote until 5:00 pm on Thursday 7 May.
How do these council elections directly impact residents in Haringey?
This election determines all 57 council seats across 21 wards, establishing the political leadership for the next four-year term. The winning representatives will set the borough’s strategy for critical local services, including social care, urban planning, and local infrastructure. By voting, you are directly influencing how the council budget is prioritised and which local policies will be implemented through to 2030.
When will the Haringey election results be announced and where can I find them?
The official ballot count begins on Friday 8 May at Alexandra Palace. Results for each ward are declared individually as the count progresses throughout the day. You can find the final tallies and the list of newly elected councillors on the Haringey Council website or via live local coverage on beehiveweb.co.uk as the verification process concludes.
Source: Haringey Council
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