By-election no stepping stone, Tory candidate says
Summary
Michael Winstanley, the Conservative candidate for the Makerfield by-election in Greater Manchester, said he wants to focus on helping the local community rather than using the election for personal gain. He spoke about improving local businesses, roads, and crime, and emphasized his commitment to representing the people of Makerfield.Key Facts
- The Makerfield by-election was called after Labour MP Josh Simons resigned.
- Simons stepped down to allow Labour’s Andy Burnham to run for Parliament.
- Michael Winstanley, former mayor of Wigan, is the Conservative candidate.
- Winstanley aims to improve local high streets and reduce business rates and red tape.
- He wants to invest in roads to reduce traffic and address a rise in crime and anti-social behavior.
- The Conservative Party plans to withdraw from the European Convention on Human Rights and deport people without legal status.
- Winstanley hopes to lower taxes to help with the cost of living.
- There are fourteen candidates competing in the by-election.
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