Worcester City Council are urging residents to remember their photo ID when voting in the general election this Thursday.

Photo ID is required in order to receive ballot papers at polling stations.

Accepted forms of ID include a UK, European Economic Area (EEA) or Commonwealth passport; a UK or EEA driver’s licence; certain travel passes, such as an older person’s bus pass or an Oyster 60+ card; plus the new free Voter Authority Certificate.

Voters can use expired ID if they are still recognisable from the photo.

Full details are available at www.electoralcommission.org.uk/voterid.

On Thursday, voters will present their ID at the polling station, where staff will check it.

For those who prefer privacy when having their ID checked, an area can be set aside.

Director of communications at the Electoral Commission, Craig Westwood, said: "Anyone voting in the general election will need to show photo ID before they can be given their ballot paper.

"Before you head to the polling station, double check you have the right identification with you to enable you to vote.

"If you get to a polling station and you have forgotten your ID, you can return later with it before the polls close at 10pm and cast your vote."

Returning officer at Worcester City Council, Shane Flynn, said: "With only days to go, make sure you’re ready for the General Election on Thursday, July 4.

"Before heading to the polling station on election day, check that you’ve got an accepted form of ID and remember to bring it with you.

"If you need any help, you can contact the electoral services team on 01905 722530 or electoralservices@worcester.gov.uk."

If voters lose their ID, or their Voter Authority Certificate does not arrive in time, they can appoint an emergency proxy to vote on their behalf until 5pm on July 4.

This proxy must have a valid photo ID.