Dogs bring smiles to North East polling stations
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Dogs bring smiles to North East polling stations

7 May 2026 · Originally published 7 May 2026 8/10 Original headline: Dogs at North East polling stations as people cast votes for local elections
Voters across the North East have been joined by their four-legged friends as they head to the polls for the local elections. The popular 'dogs at polling stations' tradition has seen plenty of pups waiting patiently for their owners, adding a touch of joy to the democratic process.
Source: Chronicle Live Tyne And Wear
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