The independent Boundary Commission for England (BCE) has published its initial proposals for new Parliamentary constituencies today. The publication marks the start of 12 weeks of consultation, during which the Commission is asking local residents to comment on the proposed new constituency boundaries.

Today’s proposal by the Boundary Commission shows a new constituency, Brighton East and Newhaven which would replace the existing Brighton Kemptown. The seat would no longer include Woodingdean and Moulsecoomb & Bevendean but would include wards in Newhaven and Seaford.

Commenting on the proposed changes, Simon said,

“I am getting on with the job I was elected to do, being a strong voice in Parliament for Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven and working hard for everyone.”

“It is important that we cut the cost of politics and also that everyone's vote counts the same. ‎The new proposals don't apply until 2020 and if I am selected to stand again, I would be humbled to continue to serve local people, both existing and new constituents in Brighton East and Newhaven. Newhaven and Seaford are both special places that I know very well.”