Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson turned away from polling station for forgetting ID

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was turned away from a polling station for forgetting his ID to vote in the U.K.'s local elections, a requirement he introduced during his time in office. Despite the incident, he was later able to cast his vote for the Conservative party.

Key Points

  • Former PM Boris Johnson turned away from polling station for forgetting ID
  • Johnson introduced requirement for voter ID with photo during his time in office
  • New law requiring ID for voting first implemented in 2023 in local elections

Pros

  • Attempt to ensure election integrity by requiring photo ID for voters
  • Demonstrates that even high-profile individuals are subject to the same rules

Cons

  • Some people, particularly disabled and unemployed individuals, found it harder to show voter ID
  • Potential disenfranchisement of voters who do not have acceptable ID