The House magazine and the Staff Room newsletter present: The House Staffer Network series

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Building on the success of last year’s packed The House magazine Staffer Reception and the launch of The Staff Room newsletter now with over 700 subscribers, we’re excited to expand our support for parliamentary staff with The House Staffer Network series.

Hosted in Parliament, these in-person workshops are designed to help you sharpen your skills, tackle real workplace challenges, and connect with peers from across the political spectrum. Whether you’re new to Westminster or looking to make a greater impact in your role, this is your space to learn, share, and grow.

The first workshop you can sign up to attend is: HEALTH AND WELLBEING IN THE WORKPLACE

Tuesday, 1 July 2025 | 19:15 – 21:00 | Attlee Suite, Portcullis House

In this workshop, we’ll cover:

  • Practical wellbeing tips for maintaining balance in your busy role
  • Strategies for supporting colleagues and fostering a healthy work environment
  • Tools to enhance your personal and team wellbeing

Sign up here

All workshops will include an informal reception, offering a chance to network with other staffers and discuss shared challenges and experiences.

If you would prefer to RSVP via email or if you have any questions about the event, please do not hesitate to contact us here.

And if you haven’t already, don’t miss out – sign up to the Staff Room newsletter from The House today.

How to become a Member of the Scottish Parliament

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An Online Workshop with Elect Her On Wednesday 27th November

Join our workshop to help you prepare to stand in 2026. You’ll also hear from current politicians – on what it is like to stand, win and be an MSP!

We are grateful to have Roz McCall MSP, Scottish Conservative, and Gillian MacKay MSP, Scottish Greens, and also for the evening session Emma Roddick MSP, of the SNP’s, and Carol Mochan MSP, of Scottish Labour.

“How to become a Member of the Scottish Parliament”

On 27th November

We are running the event at both – 12pm and 7pm – choose the time that works for you!

Registration: https://learning.elect-her.org.uk/registration-page-ce870d33-a60c-40bc-95f3-3895e4792422

How to be a Member of the Senedd

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An Online Workshop with Elect Her On Wednesday 20th November

We are running the event at both – 12pm and 7pm – so choose the time that works for you!

At 12pm – 13.30pm – we’ll be joined by Natasha Asghar MS, and Sioned Williams MS.
At 7pm – 8.30pm – we’ll be joined by Jane Dodds MS, and Hannah Blythyn MS!

Whether you are new to politics, already planning to stand, or in the dark and wanting to know more, then this session is for you.

Registration: https://learning.elect-her.org.uk/registration-page-1

Upcoming HR Familiarisation Sessions

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Learn about skills starting as an Office Manager

Office Manager – Getting Started Workshop for Members’ Staff

To book, please click this link Thursday 15 September 10-12 pm 

Course overview

This workshop focuses on the elements of an Office Manager’s role that relates to HR best practice. It provides an opportunity to build knowledge and get practical guidance from the Members’ HR Advice Services.

  • The Members HR Services team
  • Your role as an Office Manager for an MP
  • Recruitment
  • Running the office
  • Insurance
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Workshops from the Registrar of Members’ Financial Interests

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The Registrar of Members’ Financial Interests runs workshops for Members and their staff on the following subjects together with the next available dates.

‘Openness and Registering Members’ Financial Interests’, covering:

  • How to help your Member register and declare interests
  • The rules on paid lobbying by MPs
  • How and when to register your own interests

Thursday 3 June 2021 at 2pm
Thursday 17 June 2021 at 2pm
Thursday 1 July 2021 at 2pm

 

‘How to Support an All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG)’, covering:

  • Register entries
  • APPG Secretariats (volunteers, Members’ staff, outside organisations)
  • Members and Officers
  • Meetings (including AGMs, inaugrals and other formal meetings)
  • Transparency and records, including APPG websites
  • Income and expenditure statements

Thursday 3 June 2021 at 11am
Thursday 17 June 2021 at 12.30pm
Thursday 1 July 2021 at 11am

Booking required.  Please contact CommonsRegistrar@parliament.uk to book a place.