A simulation of the proposed changes compiled by Democratic Audit suggests the number of MPs representing the capital will fall from 73 to 68.
The changes would leave London with more than 11% of the seats in the reformed Chamber.
In a presentation for the Guardian, researchers warn the reduction will make it “impossible” for London seats to continue being assigned to single and neighbouring boroughs.
paulstpancras says
I thought London was growing is this due to inaccurate census figures? London will lose out with less MPs.
Tim Roll-Pickering says
The census isn’t used for apportioning MPs. They’re allocated on the basis of the number on the electoral register on the critical day.
Paul says
We have National Government, a Mayor of London, a London Assembly, Mayors of individual boroughs, borough Council’s, elected Councilors & 73 elected MP’s – My god, how will we cope if we lose 5 MP’s!?
Martin Hoscik says
Hi Paul
You may like to check out my comment piece on the issue of London’s myriad of elected representatives:
http://mayorwatch.co.uk/why-does-london-need-11-of-all-uk-mps/201115313/
I’ve copied your comment over to that thread too.