Catherine Howells

It's no secret that young people feel let down by the Labour Party. This was particularly highlighted to me as the Youth Officer of my CLP and previously Chair of my university Labour Club. I am standing for the National Policy Forum as I believe our policy-making structures should listen to and fight for our young members.

As a trade unionist, I've seen the difference a Labour government can make. The employment rights act will make a huge difference to workers' lives, but this should only be the starting point for the real change this government can bring.

Reform poses a real threat in the East. Our response to this will be a defining moment for the Labour Party. We must be championing bold policies that provide solutions to issues like housing, the climate crisis and privatisation. This would be my priority on the NPF.

I am proud to be supported by the Centre Left Grassroots Alliance. Please also support Caoimhe Ní Dhónaill, Rachel Garnham, Russell Cartwright, and Shahid Nadeem.