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Conservatives were out in force to canvass in Cottam.

Fylde candidate Mark Menzies was supported by a large team including councillors and activists who visited residents in the east area of the constituency.

Fylde Conservative candidate Mark Menzies has pledged to oppose any move to repeal the Hunting Act.
Mr Menzies said: "I appreciate the strong feelings many people have on this issue and I share constituents' concerns for ensuring the welfare of animals.

Theresa May made clear that enough is enough – we cannot and must not pretend that things can continue as they are when it comes to Islamist extremism.
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Fylde Conservative candidate Mark Menzies has backed a consumer campaign to safeguard constituents' access to paper bills.

Conservative candidate Mark Menzies was delighted with the reaction  of voters in Wrea Green.

He was joined by a large team while out canvassing in the village.