How does the BBC report polling day?
Summary
The BBC does not report on election campaigns or related issues while polling stations are open in England, Scotland, and Wales on May 7, 2026. During this time, the BBC only shares neutral and factual information, such as polling station procedures or weather, and waits until polls close at 10 pm BST to report election results or opinions.Key Facts
- The BBC cannot share campaign details or election issues from 6 am to 10 pm BST on polling day.
- This restriction applies to TV, radio, the BBC website, social media, and other channels.
- Archived election reports and candidate lists remain available online during polling day.
- The BBC may report neutral facts like politicians visiting polling stations or weather updates.
- Publishing exit polls or any voting-related information before polls close is a criminal offense.
- The BBC can cover other political events on polling day if they are not linked to the election.
- After 10 pm BST, the BBC can report election results but must remain impartial.
- These rules apply to the local elections in England, and parliament elections in Scotland and Wales in 2026.
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