Labour Internal Elections 2025 • Labour to Win

LABOUR TO WIN CANDIDATES FOR 2025 INTERNAL ELECTIONS

CAC (Conference arrangements committee)

Alice Perry

Alice Perry (L1396053)

Now, more than ever, it's vital to demonstrate how Labour delivers for the communities we represent.

The Labour Party Conference proves to voters the tangible, positive impact of voting Labour.

If elected to the CAC, I will:

Highlight Labour's achievements: Ensure the conference showcases the best of Labour and the transformative difference we make in government.
Champion inclusivity: Ensure conference is inclusive and accessible for everyone.
Engage with voters: Focus on voter needs and concerns

My experience:

Chair of the NEC (2021-2022), Vice Chair (2020-2021)
National Executive Committee and Equalities Committee member (2014-2022)
Councillor (2011-2022)
CLP representative on the National Policy Forum (2012-2014)
CLP representative on the CAC (since 2024)

Visibility matters. On the NEC, I championed initiatives to:

Promote diversity: Ensure speakers and panels are diverse, reflecting our
communities.
Enhance participation: Increase CLP involvement in debates, fostering a more inclusive environment.

As a member of the CAC, I actively listened to feedback and worked tirelessly to improve the delegates’ conference experience.

I will continue to transparently report back on CAC meetings, just as I did with NEC meetings.

Please ask your CLP to nominate Alice Perry (L0111249) and Mike Creighton (A337190) in the CLP section.

NCC (National Constitutional Committee)

ADAM LANGLEBEN, LUCY NAYLOR AND HAJIRA PIRANIE

Adam Langleben (L0094771)

My Labour Party journey spans nearly twenty years of almost continual membership, reflecting my commitment to its values. I've also been a long-standing member of the GMB Union and previously served as the National Secretary and Executive Committee Member of the Jewish Labour Movement for nine years.

My practical experience includes serving as a Councillor and Shadow Cabinet member in the London Borough of Barnet from 2014 to 2018, providing me with valuable insights into local government from opposition. I've actively participated in Harrow East, Hendon, and Chipping Barnet CLPs, having served on ECs and been a regular campaigner. My involvement in numerous local government selection panels has also equipped me with a strong understanding of candidate assessment.

My familiarity with Labour's disciplinary procedures is significant, particularly from my involvement with the JLM team that initiated the EHRC investigation into the party. I believe that Labour Party membership is a privilege, not a right, and that every member, from canvasser to MP, acts as an ambassador for our party and its values. The NCC has a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of these values by upholding the highest standards. I believe my experience positions me to contribute effectively to the NCC's vital work.

I also ask for your support for Lucy Naylor and Hajira Piranie.

Lucy Naylor (L1430712)

SW REC Vice-chair February 2025 -

SW REC CLP Rep November 2021 -

Somerset LGC Chair August 2022 -

CLP Secretary 2021-2025

I am an active member of the Labour Party in the South West. In my REC role I regularly sit on panels for selections, appeals and other key decisions.

I am a committee member for Labour Friends of the Forces, a less active than I would like to be Fabian and a JLM ally member. I am a member of Community Union and in the dim distant past a NALGO steward. I was also a Parish Councillor for 3 years.

I am a proud Co-operator and serve on the Co-operative Party’s NEC for the Southern region.

I sit on various voluntary boards with a governance and oversight role. Professionally I worked in Local Government with HR training, sitting on a variety of levels of disciplinary panels, also working on Ombudsman cases and reviewing complex casework.

I have a commitment to fairness and a detailed and thorough approach to my duties. I believe that this, alongside my political and outside world experience, will make me an effective NCC member.

Please also support Adam Langleben and Hajira Piranie.

Hajira Piranie (L1199546)

I am honoured to seek your nomination for the Labour Party’s National Constitutional Committee (NCC). With a deep commitment to fairness, transparency, and accountability, I am dedicated to upholding the integrity of our party’s democratic processes.

As a longstanding Labour Party member of over a decade, a former Parliamentary Candidate, and a current member of the East Midlands Regional Board, I have consistently worked to champion our party’s values. My experience as a trade union organiser, representing public sector workers and negotiating for fair pay and conditions, has reinforced my dedication to justice and equality—principles that I will steadfastly uphold in the NCC.

Academically, I hold a Master’s degree in Human Rights and Global Ethics and am currently furthering my expertise through the study of Employment Law. This legal foundation equips me with the knowledge and integrity required to ensure that disciplinary processes are conducted fairly, efficiently, and in accordance with our party’s rules.

If elected, I will prioritise the delivery of justice for all members, ensuring that cases are handled with the highest standards of professionalism, impartiality, and timeliness. I believe in fostering a culture of accountability while safeguarding the rights of all party members.

I would be grateful for your support and nomination. Together, we can strengthen our party’s commitment to fairness and uphold the values that unite us.

Please also support Adam Langleben and Lucy Naylor.

NWC (national WOMENS COMMITTEE)

SAGAL ABDI-WALI, ESE ERHERIENE, ALISON GRAY, REBECCA MONTACUTE, NAZIA REHMAN, LUCY SMITH

Sagal Abdi-Wali (L1328275)

I am proud to be seeking re-election to the Labour Party’s National Women’s Committee after serving as Chair for the past two years. It has been an immense privilege to represent and advocate for Labour women, ensuring that our voices are heard at every level of the Party.

During my tenure, I have worked tirelessly to strengthen our collective voice, push for policies that improve women’s lives, and ensure that Labour remains the party of equality and social justice. We have fought for better representation, addressed key issues affecting women, and built a strong network of activists who are committed to change. But there is still more to do.

I will continue to champion policies that tackle gender inequality, secure greater inclusion for all women in our movement, work with our Labour government to deliver for women and fulfil our manifesto pledges, and ensure that the National Women’s Committee remains a force for positive change. Together, we can build on the progress we’ve made and keep pushing for a Labour Party that truly represents and uplifts all women.

I hope to earn your trust once again and continue this vital work. Let’s keep fighting for a fairer, more equal society.

Ese Erheriene (L1922318)

I’m standing for the National Women’s Committee because I’m keen to help grow the Labour movement amongst women nationally, support women members, and advise our Party on women’s political involvement.

Being a woman in the Labour Party is in many ways an honour: we’re the party of equality. But there is still work to do to increase representation at all levels. I’ve attended the Women’s Conference multiple times. It’s rewarding to discuss important issues: from the gender pay gap to experiences of misogyny. As a Committee member, I’d be active in shaping future Women’s Conferences.

As a councillor and Cabinet Member for Business, Jobs & Skills, I work hard to deliver Lewisham’s mission of building an inclusive economy. This includes helping women to start their own businesses, and to stay in business.

As a former financial journalist, I joined newsroom campaigns to promote gender parity in our reporting. That meant ensuring we actively sought out more women experts when we needed a quote, in order to widen women’s representation in the media.

I’m a member of UNISON, LCID, Labour Women’s Network, and am proud of what Labour has done for women since entering government. I’d like to support that work further.

Alison Gray (L1219180)

I have been a single mum for thirteen years, worked for 31 years as a teacher and cared for my elderly Mum for several years. I am currently a candidate for upcoming elections in County Durham and a CLP Secretary. I sit on the Regional Executive as a CLP representative. Through these experiences, I know only too well the challenges women face in politics.

I try to ensure my CLP and branch is focused on Women’s Issues and strengthens the voice of women at every opportunity. I am proud to have represented the North-East on the National Women’s Committee for two years, where we have some brilliant women MPs and organisers.

I am a passionate believer in making younger female members of the Labour Party aware of the possibilities for women in the Party, and using my knowledge as a community activist and councillor, help them progress as politicians and activists in the future.

I will be supporting and promoting important legislation such as the Employment Bill to give better protections for working women; fulfil our manifesto pledge to halve violence against women and girls in a decade; and help us build an economy that works for women.

Rebecca Montacute (L1253208)

I was Yeovil’s Labour parliamentary candidate in the 2024 general election, and I’ve campaigned extensively across the South West and in key battlegrounds nationwide. I’ve been a member of the Labour Party for over a decade, and I’m also a member of several socialist societies, including Scientists for Labour. As a passionate trade unionist, I’m a member of both Unison and GMB. Professionally, I’m an education policy expert, specialising in educational outcomes for lower-income children.

In 2018, I lost my mum due to failures in mental health services. Since then, I’ve been campaigning to improve these services, both in Bristol and Somerset and at a national level. Far too often, women suffering from poor mental health aren’t taken seriously, and many are left without treatment—especially those dealing with maternal mental health issues. I’m dedicated to ensuring these services work for the women who need them.

Nazia Rehman (L0115864)

It is my privilege to ask for your endorsement to represent you on the National Women’s Committee.

For 9 years, I’ve served as a councillor and, for seven, as Wigan Council’s Cabinet Member for Finance, Resources, and Transformation. I’ve seen the power of women to transform communities and inspire future generations to step into public life.

As a Chartered Accountant , I understand the deep-rooted financial inequalities women face. I’ve used every platform I’ve been given to champion inclusion and equality.
As part of the UK delegation to the Council of Europe, I serve as the spokesperson for gender equality, tackling critical issues like violence against women in politics, the suffering of women and children in war zones such as Ukraine, and defending the democratic right to vote and stand for election.

As Chair of the Social Inclusion Committee, I push for more women in leadership and resilient protections against gender-based violence.

I feel privileged to belong to Labour Women’s Network.

A proud Labour member for 16 years, a member of GMB and Co-operative Party, I’ve campaigned nationally and locally. With your support, I’ll continue striving for a more equal society—where women and girls thrive, lead, and shape the future with confidence.

Lucy Smith (A663490)

I joined the Labour Party over 30 years ago and have worked tirelessly for gender quality, as a CLP women’s officer and a trade unionist. I want to use this experience to help the Labour party as we prepare for the next General Election.

It is a fact we must celebrate that there are now more women MPs than Conservatives showing that if we can get women's voices heard in Parliament but we must keep going. If elected, I will ensure we maintain women’s representation at every level, in local government and party structures. It is vital we have a programme of training and mentoring in place for the next generation of women, and strong networks for women locally and across the country so we can support one another.

It is through Labour women that we will continue to build links with women in our communities, so we can be their voice on issues that matter, from climate change to the cost of living. The role of women’s conference must take centre stage as a platform to progress these policies and make sure women are at the heart of our party and our Government.