UK government issues list of 'key dates and times' people 'need to be aware of'

UK government issues list of 'key dates and times' people 'need to be aware of'The official X account for the UK government shared an important updateCommentsNewsCharlotte Smith Senior Lifestyle Content Editor14:09, 15 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesA key date includes 11.59pm on Monday April 20 (stock image)(Image: Getty)The UK government has issued a list of 'key dates' people across the country 'need to be aware of' for an important reason. The official Gov.uk website is regularly updated with everything British citizens need to know, including its social media accounts.‌In a new alert on X, the official account shared several dates and times people should keep in mind if they are affected. Sharing the update today, April 15, Gov.uk said: "Here are some key dates to be aware of if you’d like to vote in the upcoming May elections."‌It then lists various dates to keep in mind for the upcoming local elections. "Deadline to register to vote - 11.59pm on Monday 20 April. You can register online or by paper form," it adds.‌"Deadline to apply for a postal vote - 5pm on Tuesday 21 April. Deadline to apply for a proxy vote - 5pm on Tuesday 28 April. Deadline to apply for free voter ID for elections in England - 5pm on Tuesday 28 April."British residents only need to register once unless their details have changed. However, millions are eligible to participate in the various local and devolved elections taking place on Thursday, May 7, 2026.Content cannot be displayed without consent‌Who needs to register?You only need to take action if:You have never registered before.You have recently moved house.You have changed your name or nationality.You have recently turned 18 (or 16 in Scotland and Wales).You normally only need to register once - not for every election. You’ll need to register again if you’ve changed your name, address or nationality.‌It usually takes about five minutes. You’ll be asked for your National I...