The Boundary Commission for England have issued draft proposals for new Parliamentary constituencies. 

They propose splitting Formby in two for the first time in its history. Should half the people of Formby have one MP and half another? One covering bits of Kirby, Crosby, Bootle and Maghull, the other based in Southport?

The Liberal Democrats propose that Formby should be kept together and included in a single new Parliamentary constituency with Altcar, Aughton, Ormskirk and other parts of West Lancashire. Formby and Ormskirk were part of the same constituency for most of the 20th century. Click here for maps showing our proposals for our area.

Residents of Formby have until 5th December to make their views known. Help us send a clear message to the Boundary Commission by signing our "Don't split Formby" petition either online or by downloading a printable copy.

Others who have spoken out to keep Formby together include local councillors Gill Cuthbertson (Independent), Barry Griffiths (Conservative) and Catie Page (Labour). Click for details of who has been saying what on this issue.