The new face of local politics for the Conservatives as new chair is elected

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There is a new face of local politics in Wigan following the replacement of the former Conservative Federation Chair. Last week Angela Roberts was elected as the new chair, replacing Michael Winstanley - who has served as the federation for a number of years.

Due to his re-election as vice president of the National Conservative Convention, Mr Winstanley announced to members at the recent WCF annual general meeting that he wished to step down. “I am pleased that Angela has been elected as chair of the Wigan Conservative Federation,” Mr Winstanley said. READ MORE: Greater Manchester's new Bee Network - bus fares, the app, what will change and what you need to know from today READ MORE: Commuters face first day on new Bee Network buses - latest updates “I have known Angela for many years and I can think of no one more qualified to take on the role to lead the party locally in the run up to Local Elections in 2024 and the next General Election.

It has been a privilege and an honour to be chair of the Federation over the last few years and I will continue to support Angela and the team locally whilst also concentrating on my role as vice president of the NCC. “I also wish to thank all the members locally who have given me so much support as Federation Chairman.

I wouldn’t have been able to do the jobs that I have done without their support.” In his new role, the former councillor for Orrell will be overlooking the three parliamentary constituencies in the area.