Polling stations opening for local elections

Summary

Voters in parts of England will head to the polls today to elect councillors and mayors in the local electionsThey are considered the last test of voters' opinion before the next general election, which is expected to come later this yearPolice and crime commissioners will also be chosen across England and WalesMayoral elections are taking place in London and nine other "metro" areas across England. Mayors will be chosen for the first time in the East Midlands, the North East, and York and North YorkshireVoters will also choose the mayor of Salford, the directly-elected leader of the city councilMany results will be announced overnight into Friday 3 May, with more expected to follow throughout the day