Dogs join owners at UK polling stations for local and devolved elections

Millions of people are voting in local and devolved elections across the UK, with dogs accompanying their owners to polling stations. These elections include local authorities in England, seats in the Scottish Parliament, and members of the Senedd in Wales. Photos of dogs at polling stations are being shared on social media. The article highlights specific dogs seen at polling stations in Edinburgh, Wales, and Whitley Bay, with some even carrying messages encouraging voter turnout.