Leith is a historic town with a rich and vibrant history. For decades, our name has been included in the Scottish and Westminster seats, reflecting our distinct identity and significance. However, recent proposals by the Scottish Boundary Commission threaten to literally delete Leith from the landscape.

Leith is a centre of tech, film, literature with an increasingly active port that is deeply intertwined with the history of Scotland. The inclusion of "Leith" in our constituency name is not just symbolic; it represents our shared past and community’s identity.

The proposed change by the Scottish Boundary Commission would not only disregard our historical significance but also undermine our sense of place and community now.

We urge the Scottish Boundary Commission to reconsider their proposal and retain “Leith” in the name of the new Edinburgh North Eastern Scottish Parliament constituency.

Please sign this petition to support SNP efforts to retain recognition for Leith in the Scottish Parliament. We will persevere!