Shirley - Southampton Liberal Democrats

Chris Shank is the Liberal Democrat candidate in the February by-election in Shirley. He is the best choice to continue the hard work of Lib Dem councillor George Percival.

Meet Chris Shank

Shirley's local champion

Chris Shank is our candidate to be your new Shirley councillor.

Chris is originally from Canada and moved to Southampton in 2014. He has lived here ever since. Chris works at the
University of Southampton and is a local Cub Scout leader. He is deeply committed to the local community in Shirley.

Chris understands the issues facing our area because he is part of our community. He will be a strong advocate for Shirley and will fight hard for you as our councillor.

Chris's top priorities – Fighting for a fair deal for Shirley and Southampton

✔️ Protect local services from cuts

Labour have pushed Southampton City Council to the brink of bankruptcy risking our city’s finances. The Lib Dem team are campaigning for financial responsibility to protect services.

✔️ Improve our environment

The Liberal Democrats are committed to improving our environment. We are calling for more street trees, improvements to local parks, and investment in renewable energy.

✔️ Investment in Shirley

The Lib Dems have successfully called for investment in the Sports Centre and secured the 19a bus down Hill Lane. We are pushing the council to invest across Southampton – not just the city centre.

I know Shirley will be in safe hands with Chris Shank. He is hard-working and friendly, he listens to residents, and always takes action to get things done. I'm sad I won't be able to work with him on the council but I know that Chris and the Lib Dems will do Shirley proud.
George Percival - Previous Lib Dem councillor for Shirley

Labour neglect and financial mismanagement

Labour have neglected our area, made savage cuts to vital local services, and are taking you for granted.

Southampton City Council has been pushed to the brink of bankruptcy by Labour’s waste. They have cut children’s services, turned the street lights off at night, and scrapped the meals on wheels service.

Chris is demanding better for Shirley ward and Southampton.

Get in touch with Chris to let him know how he can make Shirley and Southampton better for you.