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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 1d

As Mayor, I will focus on what matters most to those who live here in Sussex.

That means delivering good social homes and sustainable infrastructure so our communities can thrive for years to come.

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 1d

As Mayor, I will champion wellbeing across Sussex, from access to green spaces to mental health support, because healthy communities are strong communities.

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 1d

When I was on Adur District Council, I had the pleasure of serving with Sharon.

I've seen up close how hard she works for her residents in Mash Barn. I was incredibly proud to see her taking on the Cabinet role for Wellbeing and Communities and I'm incredibly proud to have her support.

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 1d

Like Birgit, I'm excited for the role co-ops can play in the future of Sussex. As Mayor, I will keep putting my co-operative values into action across everything we do as a Combined Authority.

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 1d

When we started Adur Community Café, our promise was a warm welcome and a tasty meal.

Built on co-operative values and powered by an incredible team of volunteers, the café is now a vital resource for many in Southwick and the wider Adur community.

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 1d

I'm proud to have the endorsement of Birgit Miller, Labour & Co-Operative councillor for Goldsmid ward in Hove, and Cabinet Member for Culture, Heritage and Tourism.

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 2d

Do you want to be part of our campaign to deliver real change for Sussex?

🌐 Sign-up on the website 👉 www.catforsussex.co.uk
📨 Email 👉 [email protected]
📱 Follow on WhatsApp 👉 bit.ly/4n0dc5x

Cat Arnold for Sussex Mayor

I’m standing to be Sussex’s first Labour Mayor — to deliver homes, green growth and safer communities. With your help, we can turn Labour’s vision into reality. Join the campaign today.

www.catforsussex.co.uk

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 2d

Tom revitalised Young Labour in Sussex and I'm thrilled to see so many Young Labour activists – past and present – playing an active role in our movement and communities.

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 2d

Sussex’s strength is its energy. From our students and young workers, to the next generation of changemakers.

I'm grateful to have the support of Tom Chatfield, former chair of @sussex_young_labour 🌹

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 3d

It's with patience and love that we hear the news today of ceasefire, and removal of troops from Gaza, and release of all hostages.

Who will now governor Gaza, will take some time, and rebuild will need to be led via co-production with all stakeholders.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Israel and Hamas agree first phase of Gaza ceasefire deal - BBC News

The deal will see the release of hostages held in Gaza in exchange for Palestinian prisoners and raises hopes for peace after two years of war.

www.bbc.co.uk

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 3d

I'm very grateful to have the endorsement of Worthing West's Peggy Harris - educator, activist and stalwart of our movement.

Securing Sussex's economic future means harnessing our collective talents to create secure, well-paying jobs people in Sussex can build a life on.

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 3d

Thank you @alisonterry.bsky.social - a powerful and inclusive chair. Your endorsement means a lot! #sussexmayor

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 4d

Excited to stand for Sussex Mayor, with passion, energy and experience!

More on campaign here: www.catforsussex.co.uk

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 11d

Fresh from Labour Conference and feel inspired and want to catch up with all things NEC? Follow our new @empower-labour.bsky.social website www.empowerlabour.org

We will endorse candidates for @teamlabouruk.bsky.social internal elections, get in touch if you wish to stand with us, as a group.

Empower Labour

Empower Labour - Empowering Members; developing policy. A non-factional group empowering Labour members' voices in internal elections and policy development.

www.empowerlabour.org

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 11d

Huge congratulations 🎊

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 13d

What a day at conference day 2 watched an impactful discussion between @carolecadwalla.bsky.social and @carolvorders.bsky.social (got a standing ovation). They were talking truth to power on the control of silicon valley in our politics.

Met with some great members to talk NEC elections next year.

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Labour4PR 🌹🗳️ @labour4pr.bsky.social · 14d

“I’ve lost count of the time I’ve heard: nothing ever changes, my vote doesn’t make any difference.”

💬 @catarnold.bsky.social of the Labour NEC and LCER executive calls on Labour MPs to join the @appgfairelections.bsky.social

🌹 #Labour4PR #Lab25

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 28d

🧵4. The Labour Party Rulebook share.google/jcnP40afkP7J...

@newstatesman.com article:
www.newstatesman.com/politics/lab...

I will always stand for members.

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 28d

🧵3. In addition the 2-day nomination window, would have been a big disadvantage for any disabled candidate, who wished to put themselves forward. Regarding speed of access to MPs. This and the above goes against rulebook pg26 section C (v) which talks of equal access to eligible electorate.

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 28d

🧵 2... "whilst I recognised that hosting a hustings at Labour Conference was sensible and cost effective. The MPs nominations process could have been longer as recess is this coming Tues (16.09), which could have allowed more time for other candidates to organise nominations.

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 28d

🧵1. They say a week is a long time in politics!

Our team member Cat Arnold getting a mention in this week's New Statesman was rather a surprise! Although she did not use the phrase "stitch-up" at any point - publicly or privately.

Cat voted against the Deputy Leadership timetable, in her words..

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 28d

🧵 2... "whilst I recognised that hosting a hustings at Labour Conference was sensible and cost effective. The MPs nominations process could have been longer as recess is this coming Tues (16.09), which could have allowed more time for other candidates to organise nominations.

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 28d

🧵1. They say a week is a long time in politics!

Our team member Cat Arnold getting a mention in this week's New Statesman was rather a surprise! Although she did not use the phrase "stitch-up" at any point - publicly or privately.

Cat voted against the Deputy Leadership timetable, in her words..

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · 28d

🧵1. They say a week is a long time in politics!

Our team member Cat Arnold getting a mention in this week's New Statesman was rather a surprise! Although she did not use the phrase "stitch-up" at any point - publicly or privately.

Cat voted against the Deputy Leadership timetable, in her words..

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · Sep 10

Today, our group @empower-labour.bsky.social came out in support of @lucympowell.bsky.social we need a candidate who will challenge the direction of The Labour Party and hold true to its values.

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · Sep 8

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3. I could not raise an amendment that all nom candidates when contacting CLP chairs are given the SAME list,we've seen unfavoured candidates being offered diff lists than others.
4. The above goes against Empower Labour's objectives of removing barriers of entry for anyone in politics. End

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · Sep 8

🧵2. voting against reasons:
1. The two days PLP nominations period, this does not allow an adequate time to secure votes for candidates, particularly if disabled and you are trying to move around HofP
Cont....

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · Sep 8

🧵1. Today, I (Cat Arnold) voted against the Deputy Leader election timetable (unfortunately the timetable, hustings code of conduct, procedure and candidate code of conduct was taken as one vote). It was an incredibly rushed meeting.

Reasons... 🧵2....

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · Sep 8

2. and also contravenes rule book, page 26: "The procedures shall ensure that each candidate has equal access to the eligible electorate and has equal treatment in all other matters pertaining to the election"
Cont....

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · Sep 8

🧵2. voting against reasons:
1. The two days PLP nominations period, this does not allow an adequate time to secure votes for candidates, particularly if disabled and you are trying to move around HofP
Cont....

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · Sep 8

🧵1. Today, I (Cat Arnold) voted against the Deputy Leader election timetable (unfortunately the timetable, hustings code of conduct, procedure and candidate code of conduct was taken as one vote). It was an incredibly rushed meeting.

Reasons... 🧵2....

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Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · Sep 8

🧵2. voting against reasons:
1. The two days PLP nominations period, this does not allow an adequate time to secure votes for candidates, particularly if disabled and you are trying to move around HofP
Cont....

Cat Arnold For Sussex @catarnold.bsky.social · Sep 8

🧵1. Today, I (Cat Arnold) voted against the Deputy Leader election timetable (unfortunately the timetable, hustings code of conduct, procedure and candidate code of conduct was taken as one vote). It was an incredibly rushed meeting.

Reasons... 🧵2....

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