EAST Lothian residents are going to the polls today (Thursday) to vote in the General Election.

Voting is open in both the Lothian East and the Edinburgh East and Musselburgh constituencies from 7am until 10pm.

For the first time at a General Election, voters must bring ID with them in order to be allowed to vote.

We've compiled a list of everything you need to know for the election: you can find it here.

Results will be announced through the night, with declarations expected in both seats in the early hours of Friday morning.

The Courier will be live at the Lothian East count – visit our website to follow our live blog.

We'd also love to hear from you about who you're voting for and why – anonymously if you wish. If you'd like to let us know, fill in the form here. We'll publish some of the responses during our election live blog.