30 April 2007 The view from Lancashire Journalist David Sudworth gives us his analysis of the political scene in West Lancashire By David Sudworth West Lancashire covers the area from the south of Preston in the north to the tip of St Helens in the south. It also occupies the vast space between the well-to-do seaside resort of Southport and the primarily working class town of Wigan. Subscribe to The New Statesman today from only £8.99 per month Subscribe Content from our partners An old Rioja, a simple Claret,and a Burgundy far too nice to put in risotto New Statesman Wine Club Antimicrobial Resistance: Why urgent action is needed Spotlight The role and purpose of social housing continues to evolve Spotlight