On the eve of the General Election and European Parliament Election polling day, electoral officers warn voters that the may be asked for identification when casting their votes.

Report shows footage of polling day for the 1987 General Election.

Polling card.

Interview with Tim Sexton, Electoral Officer, Department of Environment, on need for identification.

Various acceptable pieces of identification.

Ballot papers for General and European Parliament elections and Údarás Election.

Example of how to fill out ballot papers.

Interview with Tim Sexton on the huge amount of spoiled votes.

The reporter is Alasdair Jackson.

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