The UK’s 2024 General Election is underway, and voters are heading to the polls to elect their next government. While most polling stations are standard fare like schools and village halls, some offer a more unique experience, like a historic windmill or a launderette. This article explores some of the quirkiest polling stations across the UK.
Polling has concluded in 23 States and Union Territories in the ongoing General Election 2024. The fourth phase of polling witnessed a voter turnout of 69.16%, marking a 3.65 percentage point increase compared to the corresponding phase in 2019. Key political figures, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress leader Sonia Gandhi, and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, continue their campaigns across the country.
The second phase of the 2024 general election is set to take place on April 26, with voting in 88 constituencies across 13 states. Over 15.88 crore voters are expected to cast their ballots in this phase, which includes states like Kerala, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal. A total of 1,202 candidates are in the fray, including prominent leaders like Rahul Gandhi, Shashi Tharoor, and Rajeev Chandrasekhar. The Election Commission has deployed over 16 lakh polling officials to ensure a smooth and fair election process.
