#ElectionCountdown 2026
#ElectionCountdown is a campaign run in the lead up to elections - this scheme of work is for the 2026 elections taking place on 7th May.
Programme Schedule:
- Introduction to the elections (9th March)
- What is local government? (16th March)
- Voter registration (23rd March)
- Getting ready to vote (13th April)
- Candidates (20th April)
- Manifestos & issues (27th April)
- How to vote (4th May)
- After the election (7th May)
#ElectionCountdown - 2026 - Introduction to Elections
This session introduces young people to the elections taking place in England on May 7th 2026.
#ElectionCountdown - 2026 - What is Local Government?
This session supports young people to understand what local government is and what they are responsible for.
#ElectionCountdown - 2026 - Voter Registration
This session supports young people through the registering to vote process.
#ElectionCountdown - 2026 - Voter ID: Getting Ready To Vote
This session covers voter ID including acceptable forms of voter ID and how to apply for a voter authority certificate.
#ElectionCountdown - 2026 - Candidates
This session supports young people to research and learn about the candidates they can vote for.
#ElectionCountdown - 2026 - Manifestos & Issues
This session introduces manifestos and key issues to young people, supporting them to think about what matters to them.
#ElectionCountdown - 2026 - How to Vote
This session covers the final steps for young people to vote, including how to find their polling station and key things to remember on election day.
#ElectionCountdown - 2026 - After the Election
This session supports young people to research and understand the results of their local elections.