MPs often need to use the services of an interpreter or translator when working with constituents whose first language is not English, or maybe require a British Sign Language interpreter. You can find some information on such services here: https://w4mp.org/w4mp-guides/your-office/interpreters-and-translation-services/
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Caseworker.MP Training
StandardTwo new dates for Caseworker Software Training have become available to sign-up to on ACT (3 and 10 October).
Please note, these sessions are for staff of newly elected Members only at this time. Sessions for staff of returned Members will be organised in due course.
Sign-up via the link: Course: Caseworker Software Training for MPs’ Staff (learningpool.com)
Running Autism-Friendly Advice Surgeries
StandardThe National Autistic Society has kindly provided a guide to running Autism-Friendly Advice Surgeries.
You can find this guide on the MMSST Casework hub here: https://hopuk.sharepoint.com/sites/hct-mstinfo/SitePages/Caseworker-Hub.aspx
Q&A on prisons issues – Caseworker Discussion Forum
StandardTime: 10:30 – 11:30
Date: Thursday 12 September 2024
Location: Virtual via Microsoft Teams
The September 2024 forum will be a Q&A on prisons issues. It will be led by Jacqui Beard from the Library’s Home Affairs Section.
To book, please go here: https://parliament.learningpool.com/mod/facetoface/signup.php?s=16700
Caseworker Forum Q&A Sessions
StandardIf you’re an MP’s staff member with responsibility for casework, you may be interested in joining the online Caseworker Form, organised by the Members’ and Members’ Staff Services Team. To join, please email MMSST@parliament.uk from your parliamentary email account, giving the details of who you work for, and they will add you.
Each month, there is a Caseworker Forum Q&A session led by the House of Commons Library, which discusses topics of interest to MPs’ staff. To view the upcoming schedule and sign up for the sessions, please see here: https://parliament.learningpool.com/course/view.php?id=1953
Information for new users of Caseworker.MP
StandardDid you know that you don’t need to wait for your electoral roll to be uploaded in order to start using the software? You can add new cases manually, so you can get started straight away.
Their current turnaround for the electoral roll to be added is within 24 – 48 hours but if anyone is having any issues then do get in touch with them: support@electedtechnologies.co.uk
NHS organisations and their inter-relationships – Caseworker Discussion Forum
StandardTime: 10:30 – 11:30
Date: Thursday 13 June 2024
Location: Virtual via Microsoft Teams
The June 2024 forum will be on the topic of NHS organisations and their inter-relationships. It will be led by Tom Powell from the Library’s Social Policy Section.
Please go here to book: https://parliament.learningpool.com/mod/facetoface/signup.php?s=16699
Help with childcare costs – Caseworker Discussion Forum
StandardPLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE OF TIME AND DATE
Time: 14:00 – 15:00
Date: Wednesday 22 May 2024
The May 2024 forum will be on the topic of Help with childcare costs. It will be led by David Foster and Niamh Foley from the Library’s Social Policy Section.
To book, please go here: https://parliament.learningpool.com/mod/facetoface/signup.php?s=16684
Introduction to PolicyMogul for parliamentary users
StandardPolicyMogul is putting on three webinars for parliamentary users:
This online webinar is your chance to learn about the value that PolicyMogul provides for MPs, peers, PPCs and parliamentary staff.
As well as an overview of the platform’s features, we will highlight some best practices related to getting the most out of the platform. Session includes Q&A.
PolicyMogul is the essential online tool used by UK parliamentarians and their teams to stay up to date with the latest political updates and intelligence related to their work and responsibilities.
Platform features include:
- Political monitoring tailored to your interests
- Customisable email updates with relevant political developments
- Access to briefing material
- Question and letter-writing assistant powered by AI
- Analytics dashboard
- Sessions include Q&A.
Upcoming sessions:
- Monday 13th May, 12:15
- Thursday 16th May, 16:00
- Wednesday 29th May, 16:00
To register, please follow this link: https://about.policymogul.com/parliament/
The Members’ Staffroom Podcast
StandardA new series of podcasts has been launched, featuring Members’ staff and Teams across the House of Commons discussing different issues that affect Members’ Offices.
To find out more, please see here: https://parliament.learningpool.com/course/view.php?id=2184