The town is experiencing a “super Thursday” as voters head to the polls on May 6 to select a new MP, councillors, a police and crime commissioner and a Tees Valley Mayor. Our photographer caught up with some of the electorate and their canine companions at polling stations across town.
5. Hartlepool votes
A voter and her dog on her way into the polling station at Ward Jackson Park. Photo: Stu Norton
6. Mill House Polling Station
A small queue formed outside Mill House polling station this morning. Photo: Stu Norton
7. Walk to the polls
Dog Betty's morning walk included a trip to the polling station at Ward Jackson Park. Photo: Stu Norton
8. Hart Village
A voter heads to Hart Village Hall on Thursday morning. Photo: Other