Who can vote in the 2026 Scottish Parliament election

scotsman.com

Scots aged 16 and 17 can vote in the upcoming Scottish Parliament election on May 7, a lower age limit than UK general elections. Eligibility requires living in Scotland, being a British, Irish, or permitted foreign national, and being registered to vote by April 20. Photo ID is not required. Postal and proxy votes are available with specific deadlines, and overseas voters must apply for these options.


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