One's 'on the up'... the other's 'gone downhill'
As the sun shines down on the village centre, it doesn't take long to spot a luxury car. A Porsche, a Bentley and multiple Range Rovers can be seen on the road outside independent shops, bars and a bustling deli.The village shares the same borough council and the same MP as its bigger neighbour, but on the streets, there's a perception the two places are heading in different directions. Lilian Borrows, 62, clutches her groceries after leaving the J. McRobb delicatessen.
While the neighbouring Leigh seat turned Tory in the 2019 election, Lisa Nandy retained the Wigan seat for Labour with a majority of almost 15 per cent above her Conservative rival. Reflecting on the choice facing her next month, Lilian says: "It's difficult because it's such a Labour stronghold. There is plenty to attract new residents - with cafes, pubs and two supermarkets among the businesses which mean locals can keep their pounds spent in Standish. "I think it's an excellent place to live," says Eddie Derbyshire, 89, who has lived in the village with his wife for 'many years'.
"I will follow it with interest on the TV and it's going to be interesting, no doubt about it. I think Labour have got a very good chance, but I don't think Starmer will be an excellent Prime Minister." "They've been calling for a bypass for years here, for many years. The councillors have said the same thing. But there's just not enough money going for it."
If there's a sense that Standish is on the up, it doesn't seem to be shared down the road in Wigan town centre. As workers rush out for their lunch and friends catch up in the street, Wallgate is alive in the heart of town. Roy describes himself as a Labour voter - although not in the Wigan Council elections. He's still uncertain ahead of the July 6 vote, but believes there has been decline under the Conservatives.
"It's stressful," says Shannon. "I don't get much help, but it is what it is. You've got to do what you've got to do... I was working for years and then I had to stop to look after my child every day." Despite their concerns, both Shannon and Megan insist they won't be voting in next month's election, as they 'don't understand it'. Others with concerns in the town will be using their vote though.
"Crime is the main thing. Going out on your own at night, you don't feel safe... I've never known it as bad." Her wife is a health visitor who sees families living in difficult circumstances. "She sees people that have nothing," Kay says.
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