Where to find lists of MPs and Peers

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One question we are asked frequently is where can people download lists of contact details for MPs and Peers.

There is a publicly-available list of MPs and their basic contact details on the UK Parliament website here: https://www.parliament.uk/site-information/freedom-of-information/information-we-already-publish/house-of-commons-publication-scheme/members-and-members-staff/parliamentary-contact-details-for-mps/ This list is updated every three months.

It is also possible to view and download up-to-date comprehensive contact details for MPs and Peers from Dods People, accessible via the House of Commons Library. Please note that this is only available to those who have a parliamentary network account and is not in the free public domain. https://commonslibrary.koha-ptfs.co.uk/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=185072

There is an A-Z list of all of the resources available from the House of Commons library here.

Select Committee training session

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Are you going to be supporting a Member serving on a select committee? Or, do you simply want to understand more about how select committees work?

The Select Committee Team is offering training for Members’ staff on ‘how to support your Member with select committee work’. This is a virtual event, which will be held on Microsoft Teams, and is open to all Members’ staff, whether you are based in Westminster or in the constituency. 

This 40-minute session will consist of a short presentation from committee staff with the remaining time left for questions. We will cover:

•       What are select committees and how do they work?

•       How to support a Member who is serving on a select committee?

•       Q&A – ask us anything!

There are currently two dates available:

•       Wednesday 30 October 2pm to 2.45pm

•       Tuesday 5 November 11.30am-12.15pm

Sign-up via Act – Course: How To Support Your Member With Select Committee Work (learningpool.com)

More dates will be added if there is sufficient demand, please use the waitlist function to indicate your interest if you are unable to attend either of the two dates advertised. 

Whistleblowing Training for MPs and MPs’ Staff

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This training session will be delivered by Protect, a UK independent whistleblowing charity and legal advice centre.

Members of Parliament are designated in the law as people to whom whistleblowers can disclose information about wrongdoing, risks and malpractice. This training aims to help MPs and their staff who may receive concerns understand their role in the process, the protections available and the risks to whistleblowers who may have taken a big step in speaking up.

Time: 10:00
Date: Wednesday 30 October 2024
Location: Online via Teams
Booking and further information: https://parliament.learningpool.com/enrol/index.php?id=2290

October Benefits Newscast

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The Benefits Training Company produces a monthly newscast which features three of their benefits experts discussing the latest benefits news stories including changes to legislation, DWP announcements, relevant case law and guidance. There are links to the sources of the items discussed, and some that aren’t discussed if they think they might help.

In this month’s Benefits Newscast, David, Will and Sarah discuss extrapolating from non-PIP activities; Means-testing winter fuel payments; UC managed migration & passporting; UC managed migration current issues & resources; Carer’s allowance & averaging earnings.

You can also access previous newscasts on their website: https://www.benefitstraining.co.uk/benefits-newscast/

Free PolicyMogul Webinars

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PolicyMogul is hosting two webinars to introduce parliamentary users to its platform. You can learn more about it, and sign up for the webinars here: https://about.policymogul.com/parliament/

Sessions, including a Q&A will take place on:

  • Friday 11th October, 12:00
  • Tuesday 15th October, 16:00

You can read a bit more about PolicyMogul here: https://w4mp.org/w4mp-guides/researcher-extraordinaire/policymogul-a-free-political-monitoring-and-research-platform/

MPs’ Guide to Procedure

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The MPs’ Guide to Procedure has been updated and hard copies are now available from the Vote Office.

You can find an online version here: https://guidetoprocedure.parliament.uk/mps-guide-to-procedure

Where’s the Vote Office? It has four outlets: Main Vote Office (lower ground floor, Palace), Members’ Lobby, Portcullis House and Parliament Street. See their intranet page for full details of how to contact them.

Throughout October 2024, the Vote Office is holding 30-minute introductory sessions comprising a talk and Q&A session. You can find out more about these here: https://parlinet.parliament.uk/teams/house-of-commons/chamber-participation-team/vote-office/general-election-2024-vote-office-training-and-tours-for-the-new-parliament/

Nominations Now Open for The House magazine’s Women in Westminster: The 100

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Nominations are officially open for The House magazine’s Women in Westminster: The 100, the renowned initiative celebrating the remarkable contributions of women in public life. This annual recognition honours the achievements of women across various sectors, including parliamentarians, civil servants, journalists, activists, think tankers and public affairs professionals.

Now in its sixth year, the campaign, supported by Lloyds Banking Group, highlights women who are not only leaders in their respective fields but also serve as role models with the power to inspire the next generation to make a meaningful impact in Westminster and beyond.

Nominations close on November 1st, when the Board of Patrons including Baroness Floella Benjamin OM DBE DL, former BBC Radio 4 presenter Carolyn Quinn, Labour/Co-operative MP for Hackney South and Shoreditch and chair of the Treasury Select Committee Meg Hillier, and Baroness Anne Jenkin of Kennington (Co-Founder, Women2Win) will select the list of 100 women for 2025.

Last year saw almost 350 women considered, with the final 100 including influencer and campaigner Georgia Harrison; Sky News political journalist Mhari Aurora; Permanent Secretary at the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Sarah Munby; and the chair of the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket (ICEC) Cindy Butts.

The list will be announced on March 12th, 2025, with a reception at the House of Commons, a few days after International Women’s Day.

Nominations can be submitted here > https://uk.eventsforce.net/tpg/30/register

For more information contact:

[email protected]

Applications for a free school visit to UK Parliament open at 10am today (18 September)

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From 10am today (18 September) you can apply for a free school visit to UK Parliament in Spring Term. Applications will be via a digital form available on the Parliament Education website until 23 September at 4pm.

Get ready:  

  • Check if you are eligible for a travel subsidy.
    • Schools in band B can claim up to 60% of receipted travel costs, up to a maximum claim of £1,200
    • Schools in band C can claim up to 85% of receipted travel costs, up to a maximum claim of £2,400
  • Make sure you have at least 15 minutes set aside to complete the form.
  • Gather your key information:
    • Contact details of your school/group and main point of contact  
    • Preferred date for your visit
    • Expected numbers of students and adults. Our tours and workshops have a capacity of 36 visitors, including adults. The minimum ratio of adults to pupils depends on students’ age: Age 5-7: 1 adult to 7 pupils | Age 7-18: 1 adult to 15 pupils

Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to high demand, an automated queuing system will be in place to ensure fair access on the day.

Submitting an application form does not guarantee your visit. Please do not book any travel until you receive a booking confirmation from from the Parliamentary Education Service.