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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Thanks so much to Labour members who have elected me for a 2nd term on @labouruk.bsky.social NEC. Check out what is coming up meeting wise at NEC here: tinyurl.com/ykxhwctm. If you are a member, let mw know what question you would like me to ask.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Thank you so much to @emilypomroysmith for your support. As a deeply respected disability rights campaigner, I am honoured. Voting for the NEC elections closes on 27th August at 12noon, please vote for me to continue the good work at the NEC. NEC Reports at catarnold.co.uk

Emily Pomroy Smith Labour Party Disability Rep endorses Cat Arnold for Labour Partys NEC

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Thank you to @labourlist team for a great experience on my first podcast. If you haven't voted for me, please consider it by 27th August at noon. Your email ballot would have come from labourelections@cesvotes.com.

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Kerry Postlewhite @kerrypo.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

I’ve known John for a very long time. He’s Labour through & through. Has worked for , campaigned for and represented the party. It’s a real honour to get his endorsement. @mainstreamlabour.bsky.social

NEC endorsement for Kerry from John Howarth, former Cllr and MEP.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Thank you @cllr_sam_parrott I am thrilled to have your endorsement. You are a leading councillor in Sussex tackling Violence Against Women and Young Girls issues, as part of your work (VAWG).

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Mainstream @mainstreamlabour.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

By the strength of our common endeavour we achieve more than we achieve alone. 🌹🤝 Agree? Vote Kerry Postlewhite, Cat Arnold, Jovan Owusu-Nepaul and Cllr Elizabeth Dennis for Labour's NEC. Watch our campaign video to find out more 📺👇

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Thanks so much @mineshparekh.bsky.social for the endorsement. Councillors like Minesh work so hard for our communities, I will always advocate for their voices at NEC. Find out more about my NEC work here: catarnold.co.uk

Sheffield City Labour councillor Minesh Parekh endorses Cat Arnold for the Labour Party NEC elections.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Thanks @thebeckofbeyond, I am incredibly proud to have your support. As we see increasingly international: defence, environmental and humanitarian challenges present themselves, we must work closer across them with our European and International partners.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Thanks Amandas, NEC ballots are in your inbox and close on 27th August. Please vote for me, do get in touch here: cat@catarnold.co.uk

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

The 28th July NEC report is out! DM me if you want this delivered straight to your email. Link here to all my reports on my website. Thanks tinyurl.com/3yxmddrb

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Humbled to have Ann Black's endorsement for Labour Party NEC #AnnBlack @labouruk.bsky.social

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Labour: it's time for Proportional Representation #Labour4PR www.labourforanewdemocracy.org.uk/its-time-for.... Please sign your name against the ask.

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Labour: it's time for Proportional Representation — Labour For A New Democracy

We we urgently need a fair, modern voting system

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

My new shiny NEC website, all the NEC reports, news and how to get in contact: share.google/ehXI2AmLt6LL...

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

I want to dedicate #IWD love to #VirginiaGiuffre. I'm reading #Nobody'sGirl which is shocking and gruelling, but important that I read her journey, telling others of it. Her bravery, unearthed the world's biggest international trafficking ring, which is quickly unravelling. Peace & respect Virginia💔

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Time that L2Win project left the stage, so that we can instill democracy and integrity to our party via NEC and NPF. Please nominate Mainstream candidates through your Labour Groups and at CLP. If they are due to nominate soon, please let us know. Thanks Cat!

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Hi, I wanted to make clear, contrary to some press reports, not all NEC members made the permission decision yesterday re: @andyburnham.bsky.social. It was just officers who voter (9 of ten). I would have voted for Andy Burnham to be able to stand, he's one of our best chances of beating Reform.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Thank you @annblack.bsky.social you have been such a wonderful guide and a real inspiration to me outside of the NEC and now within. I trully appreciate your support. Best wishes for your well earned retirement. You really deserve it.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Thrilled to be standing with these formidable candidates for Labour Party's NEC. Please do get in contact if you have any questions and let us/we know when your NEC nomination meetings are. Thanks Cat

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Absolutely agree, we have to go after the dark money that fuels the far right, polarising agenda too.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

A short statement from me following the outcome of yesterday's selection panel interview.

I want to thank everyone who supported my campaign to become Sussex Mayor — the members, councillors, activists, and affiliates who gave their time, encouragement and trust. Your belief in a fairer, greener Sussex has meant everything.

Thank you especially to UNISON, CWU, Disability Labour, the Co-operative Party and SERA for your nominations and endorsements, and to every CLP that put their confidence in me. Together, we built something positive, values-led and people-focused.

Although I wasn’t shortlisted for the final ballot, I’m proud of the campaign we built — rooted in fairness, sustainability and community.

Over 15 years running my own business, and through my work as a charity CEO and district councillor, I’ve worked with senior teams in local government, the NHS and across public services. I know how to get things done — by listening, building partnerships, and turning ideas into action.

It’s disappointing that too often, politics overlooks the skills and perspectives of those who have led and delivered in their communities. Real leadership comes from experience, collaboration and a genuine connection to the people we serve.

I wish the candidates on the final ballot well. Sussex deserves leadership that listens — and delivers.

As for me, I’ll be taking time to reflect and to decide where my energy can make the biggest difference next. The commitment remains the same: building fairness, opportunity and dignity from the ground up.

With gratitude and solidarity,

Cat Arnold

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

Thank you @serauk.bsky.social for your endorsement. The fight against the climate crisis starts here in Sussex. Together, we’ll lead the way with clean energy, better transport, warm homes and thriving nature for every community in Sussex.

Cat Arnold for Sussex Mayor endorsement graphic thanking SERA, Labour's Environment Campaign

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

Fabulous to be out for the Ashdown and Conquest by-election in Hastings, with the team from @HastingsandRyeLabourParty for their wonderful candidate #AmandaPollard. Some great support for Amanda, lots of people loved her NHS credentials. The by-election is on 20th November 2025. 🌹

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

As a proud @unison.org.uk member, I’m really grateful for this nomination. UNISON members are the backbone of our public services. As Mayor, I’ll always stand up for public service workers and fight for the fair pay, respect and conditions they deserve. Thank you!

Cat Arnold for Sussex, proudly nominated by UNISON

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

Thank you Brighton Kemptown & Peacehaven CLP for your nomination. I'm grateful for the support of members who gave up their Friday night to participate. Together, we can build a vision of a more inclusive and better connected Sussex that delivers the positive change our communities want to see.

A thank you graphic from the Cat Arnold for Sussex Mayor to Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven CLP for nominating her

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

I'm delighted to have the support of the union representing the people who keep Sussex connected. Thank you @cwunews.bsky.social for your nomination.

Cat Arnold for Sussex Mayor proudly nominated by CWU, the communications union

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

It shows we're building a campaign that can reach across Sussex. I'm determined to harness that energy as we go forward to make the bold case for Labour next May. There's still a long way to go in this contest and we won't be complacent. Thank you again for the support. We go forward together.

A thank you graphic to East Worthing and Shoreham CLP for nominating Cat Arnold to be Labour's candidate for Sussex Mayor

A thank you graphic to Hove & Portslade CLP for nominating Cat Arnold to be Labour's candidate for Sussex Mayor

A thank you graphic to Worthing West CLP for nominating Cat Arnold to be Labour's candidate for Sussex Mayor

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Yesterday really was a "Super Thursday"! Thank you to every single member who turned up and nominated a candidate to be their Labour candidate for Sussex Mayor. I'm truly honoured to have received a nomination from all six CLPs who chose to nominate yesterday.

A thank you graphic to Brighton Pavilion CLP for nominating Cat Arnold to be Labour's candidate for Sussex Mayor

A thank you graphic to Crawley CLP for nominating Cat Arnold to be Labour's candidate for Sussex Mayor

A thank you graphic to Eastbourne CLP for nominating Cat Arnold to be Labour's candidate for Sussex Mayor

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

But I know they're also home to many inequalities, where many services have been slowly disappearing over the years. With a Labour Mayor, we'll have a chance to change that.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Thank you very much to members of Arundel & South Downs CLP for your nomination. Our market towns are the centre of community life for many in Sussex.

A nomination graphic for Cat Arnold for Labour Mayor from Arundel & South Downs Constituency Labour Party

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Thank you Disability Labour for your endorsement. A fair Sussex must be an accessible Sussex, where disabled people can live, work, travel and thrive with dignity and independence. As Mayor, inclusion across all fields will be a priority in every decision I make.

Cat Arnold for Sussex Mayor endorsement graphic from Disability Labour, featuring a smiling blond woman in a red coat looking at the camera. In the bottom is a call to action to join the campaign at catforsussex.co.uk

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

As Deputy General Secretary of Prospect, Dai represented members across science, engineering, and technology — exactly the kinds of specialist jobs Sussex is uniquely placed to create more of. I’m honoured to have his support in this campaign.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Dai and I have been working together for several years to tackle food poverty in Adur — through both the Shoreham and Adur Community Foodbank, which Dai organises, and the Adur Community Café.

A Cat Arnold for Sussex Mayor endorsement from Dai Hudd, former Deputy General Secretary of Prospect and Foodbank Organiser.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Their work embodies what our movement is all about: collaboration, community, and positive change. Together, we can take that same spirit right across Sussex and deliver for the people and places the Conservatives have left behind.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

I’m really pleased to have the support of the Arun District Council Labour Group. In joint control of the council, Labour councillors in Arun are showing the real difference Labour can make in local government by delivering for residents, improving local services, and standing up opportunity.

Campaign graphic for Cat Arnold’s Sussex Mayor campaign. The text reads: “Cat Arnold – Ready to win for Sussex. Thank you! Arun Labour Group have nominated Cat Arnold as your candidate for Sussex Mayor.” Below the text is a photo of a group of Arun District Labour councillors standing together outdoors, smiling. The footer reads: “Join the campaign – catforsussex.co.uk.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

My campaign for Sussex Mayor is about bringing our movement together. From our coast to our countryside, we can build a Sussex that’s greener, more inclusive and prouder of who we are. Together, we can make sure every voice in Sussex is heard and every community can thrive. 🌹🌈

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

I’m truly grateful to have the endorsement of Leslie Clarke, former Brighton & Hove Labour Group councillor and CEO of Pride Community Foundation. Sussex’s strength lies in our diversity. In the people & communities who make this region such a vibrant, compassionate and creative place to live.

Campaign graphic for Cat Arnold’s Sussex Mayor campaign. The heading reads “Cat Arnold – Ready to win for Sussex.” A quote from Leslie Clarke, CEO of Pride Community Foundation and former Brighton & Hove City Councillor, says: “I’m proud to support Cat’s campaign to become our Sussex Mayor.” The quote describes Cat as an exceptional community leader, campaigner, and LGBTQ+ ally who fights for fairness and equality, and calls for a leader who can unite Sussex and build a better region for all. A photo of Leslie Clarke is on the right, standing outdoors in a brown jacket. The footer reads: “Join the campaign – catforsussex.co.uk.”

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

I'm really honoured to have the support of Lundy Mackenzie, chair of Young Labour South East. Lundy was a driving influence in reinvigorating Young Labour, turning it into a campaigning force that helped secure Labour wins across Sussex and beyond, locally and in last year’s General Election.

A Cat Arnold for Sussex Mayor campaign graphic with an endorsement from Lundy Mackenzie, chair of South East Young Labour

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Thank you so much to members of Mid Sussex CLP for your nomination. I’m proud to be receiving the support of members across Sussex. Our villages and market towns deserve to have leadership that will listen, include and deliver for them.

A Cat Arnold for Sussex Mayor campaign graphic thanking Mid Sussex CL for nominating her candidacy

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Thank you Bognor Regis & Littlehampton Labour Party for your nomination. I'm grateful to the members backing our campaign. Together, we'll raise Sussex's voice and be a model for how local leadership, backed by national ambition, can deliver real change for our communities.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

As Mayor, I'll make sure we're building the infrastructure first, not as an afterthought.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Like Michelle, I want to see Sussex building new, high-quality social homes as a priority. But building those homes can't sit in a vacuum. New homes must be backed by reliable transport, schools and health services.

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Cat Arnold @catarnold.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

I'm delighted to have the support of Bognor Regis & Littlehampton Labour Party Cllr Michelle White. The waiting list for family-sized homes in Sussex is years long, in some councils it would take nearly 20 years to clear the backlog.

A quote graphic which reads: “Cat would make a great mayor of Sussex with relevant experience”

Cat has experience as a district councillor but also in business and the voluntary sector. A Mayor of Sussex would have regular dealing with all three and Cat would be able to hit the ground running.

From her help with my own election campaign I know she’s a campaigner who understands local issues but also the use of traditional and social media. An advocate for the people of Sussex will need such communication skills.

Cat understands the vital need for social housing, especially in areas where rents are high, including rural areas where young families have to move away.

Vote Cat Arnold as the Labour candidate for Mayor of Sussex.
Cllr Michelle White, Marine Ward, Bognor Regis Town Council

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