Is there an exit poll for the 2024 local and mayoral elections? [Video]

Voters in England are heading to the polls to cast their ballots in local elections viewed as the final big test of public opinion before the general election.

Elections are taking place in 107 local authorities across the country, with 2,636 seats up for grabs. Voters will also choose the mayor of London, London assembly members and 10 other mayors outside the capital.

There is also a by-election taking place in Blackpool South following the resignation of former Conservative MP Scott Benton. Voters in England and Wales will also choose new police and crime commissioners.

Polling stations close at 10pm and some of the results will start to trickle in overnight, with others being declared throughout Friday and over the weekend.

What is an exit poll?

An exit pollis a survey of voters that asks them …