HOUSING Minister Heather Wheeler joined Conservatives on the campaign trail in Westhoughton yesterday.

Ahead of the count for the by-election in the White Horse ward, Mrs Wheeler rallied support for Conservative candidate Martyn Cox.

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After spending Thursday afternoon canvassing with the local Conservative group, Mrs Wheeler, the MP for South Derbyshire, said: “It was a pleasure to come and campaign for Martyn today.

“He’s an integral part of the Bolton team, working alongside Chris Green MP.”