WATCH: New LabourList Podcast – NEC Election Special

What really happens behind the scenes of Labour’s National Executive Committee? And what do the candidates standing for election as CLP representatives want to change?

In the latest LabourList Podcast, Editor Emma Burnell is joined by four candidates from across Labour’s internal political landscape for a wide-ranging NEC Election special.

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Andrew Archilleos of Restoration Labour, Cat Arnold of Mainstream, Jess Barnard of the Centre Left Grassroots Alliance and Jane Thomas of Labour To Win sit down with Emma to discuss their campaigns, priorities and perspectives on the role of Labour’s executive body.

With candidates representing four different internal slates, the conversation offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from those seeking a place at the heart of the party’s decision-making structures. From the workings of the NEC to the competing visions for Labour’s future, this episode provides insight into an important election that will shape the party’s internal politics.

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Whether you are already following the NEC elections closely or want to understand more about how Labour is organised and governed, this special episode is essential listening.

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