Contacting your local MP

Why invite my local MP?

PhotoInviting your local MP is a great way to raise the profile of your event. If your MP is attending you will increase media interest in your event and will also make it more appealing to the local community. It will also raise the profile of your group and the work you do generally.

Who is my local MP?

There are a number of ways to find out who your local MP is. If you have access to the internet have a look at the following websites:

  1. www.theyworkforyou.com provides you with details of your local MP, including their interests and how they have voted in the past.
  2. Directgov also has a function to enable you to find you local MP: http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Diol1/DoItOnline/DG_4018047
  3. Parliament has a full directory of all MPs: http://www.parliament.uk/directories/hciolists/alms.cfm

Alternatively you can phone the House of Commons Information Office on 020 7219 4272 and they will be able to tell you who your MP is.

How do I contact my local MP?

Letter:
All MP’s can be contacted at the House of Commons; all you need to do is to address your letter to your MP at House of Commons, London, SW1A 0AA. Alternatively you can write to their local constituency office, the address will be listed in your local library and town hall, or will be available on the MP’s personal website or through the House of Commons Information Office.

Email:
The majority of MPs now have email addresses that you can write to. The directory of MP’s listed above includes each MP’s email address. Alternatively you can send an email via the website www.writetothem.com. This website also enables you email your local counsellors.

Telephone:
Calling with a simple question might get a faster response than writing. You will talk to a relevant office or have to leave a message. Phone the House of Commons switchboard on 020 7219 3000 and ask for your MP by name. You may also contact your MP through their local constituency office. Addresses and contact numbers will be listed in local libraries, town halls, an MP’s personal website or through the House of Commons Information Office.

Fax:
There is no general fax number for the House of Commons or listing of MP’s fax numbers. If you want to fax your MP you will need to contact them first to get the number.