A NEW political party has been formed on the Fylde.
Integrity UK, formed by St Annes resident Bill Whitehead, wants to become a national voice for independent politicians.
The party promises to give members of the public who are disgruntled with local councillors and MPs a voice – and tools to do something about it.
Mr Whitehead, and his co-founder, Wesham-based businessman, Peter Ball, say the party has only one policy – "we have no policies."
They insist each member will be able to take their own view but hope the party format will enable them to raise funds to hit the campaign trail.
Mr Whitehead, who has previously been a member of Ukip and got involved in politics after leading protests about the closure of St Annes pool, said: "The name Integrity UK is meant to represent the ethos of the party.
"We're trying to be straight, do things right and be honourable, unlike some of the politicians we have currently.
"We are now fully and officially registered as a political party and recognised by the Electoral Commission.
"It is now being launched initially on the Fylde and we have had a lot of interest. We have already got people signing up and we've had a few donations to help get off the ground.
"The important thing is there will be no manifesto and no policies, people who join will be truly independent.
"We may not change the world but we hope we can do some good."
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