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"election_title": "Swindon local election",
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"url": "https://www.swindon.gov.uk/info/20073/elections_and_voting/883/local_elections_may_2018_important_id_requirements_for_swindon_borough_voters/2",
"title": "You need to show your poll card or ID to vote at this election",
"detail": "Voters in Swindon will be required to show their poll card before they can vote. If you do not have your poll card you will need to bring ID."
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