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Jennette Arnold
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Arnold in 2012
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| Chair of the London Assembly | |
| In office 2 May 2019 – 15 May 2020 |
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| Preceded by | Tony Arbour |
| Succeeded by | Navin Shah |
| In office 3 May 2017 – 10 May 2018 |
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| Preceded by | Tony Arbour |
| Succeeded by | Tony Arbour |
| In office May 2015 – May 2016 |
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| Preceded by | Roger Evans |
| Succeeded by | Tony Arbour |
| In office May 2011 – May 2013 |
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| Preceded by | Dee Doocey |
| Succeeded by | Darren Johnson |
| In office May 2008 – May 2009 |
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| Preceded by | Sally Hamwee |
| Succeeded by | Darren Johnson |
| Member of the London Assembly for North East |
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| In office 10 June 2004 – 8 May 2021 |
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| Preceded by | Meg Hillier |
| Succeeded by | Sem Moema |
| Member of the London Assembly as the 8th Additional Member |
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| In office 4 July 2000 – 10 June 2004 |
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| Preceded by | David Lammy |
| Succeeded by | Nicky Gavron |
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| Born | Montserrat |
| Nationality | British |
| Political party | Labour Co-op |
Jennette Arnold is a British politician. She was a member of the London Assembly for many years. She also served as the Chair of the London Assembly five times.
From 2004 to 2021, Jennette Arnold represented the North East area. This area includes the London boroughs of Hackney, Islington, and Waltham Forest.
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Early Life and Career
Jennette Arnold was born on the island of Montserrat. When she grew up, she trained to become a nurse.
After working as a nurse, she took on different roles. She worked in industrial relations, which involves managing relationships between employers and employees. She also advised the General Secretary of the Royal College of Nursing on equality issues.
Political Journey
Starting in Local Government
Jennette Arnold began her political career in 1994. She was elected to the Islington Council, which is the local government for the London Borough of Islington. She even served a term as the deputy mayor of Islington.
Joining the London Assembly
In 2000, the Greater London Authority was created. This new body helps govern London. Jennette Arnold was chosen to be on the Labour Party's list for the London Assembly.
She became a member of the London Assembly in July 2000. This happened after David Lammy resigned to become a Member of Parliament. Jennette Arnold was next in line on the Labour Party's list.
In the 2004 Assembly election, she was elected to represent the North East constituency. She held this position until 2021.
Key Roles and Achievements
Chair of the London Assembly
Jennette Arnold served as the Chair of the London Assembly for five terms. This is a very important role, like being the speaker of a parliament.
Focus on Education
She was the main spokesperson for the Labour Group in the London Assembly on education. She also chaired the London Assembly's Education Panel. This group worked on improving education in London.
Bringing the Olympics to London
Jennette Arnold also chaired the Cultural Strategy Group for London. She played a part in helping London win the bid to host the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Other Important Committees
She was also a member of the Assembly's Economic and Social Development Committee. This committee looked at ways to improve London's economy and social well-being. She also served on the Metropolitan Police Authority, which oversees the police force in London.
Campaigns and Issues
During her time in the Assembly, Jennette Arnold worked on several important issues. She campaigned for better education for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). She also pushed for improvements to services on the Gospel Oak to Barking line, a train route in London.
Recognition and Other Contributions
In 2007, the New Nation newspaper recognized Jennette Arnold. They listed her as one of Britain's 50 most influential black women.
She has also held many other important roles outside the London Assembly. She is a council member of the Royal Court Theatre and a governor of the Museum of London. She is also a governor of the Sadler's Wells Theatre Foundation.
Jennette Arnold is a patron of the Victoria Climbie Foundation. She also used to be the Chair of the Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust. These organizations work to support important causes and communities.
Retirement from the Assembly
In January 2019, Jennette Arnold announced that she would not run in the next London Assembly election. She stepped down as Chair in May 2020. Navin Shah took over her role.
The 2020 London Assembly election was delayed by a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of this, she continued to serve as a Member of the Assembly until the 2021 London Assembly election.
