meet your MP

Talking to your MP is one of the most impactful ways to take action for people, climate and nature, but we know it can sometimes be difficult. Here, you can find a number of resources, training opportunities and actions to help you feel prepared and confident to engage with your MP, and urge your decision makers to champion the climate and nature issues that matter most to you.

These resources are intended for everyone, whether or not you’ve met your MP. From helpful guides and handy hints, links to useful websites and invites to interactive workshops, you’ll find lots of resources here to equip you with the skills and tools to meet your decision maker and tell your story.

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How to tell a personal, authentic story

Telling your MP an authentic, personal story of why you care about the issue you're talking about is one of the most important tools you can have. Use this guide to help you craft your own story.

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“I found the 'formatting' of how to share my story really useful - it's given me a way to put my experience and passion into words”

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How to write to your MP and request to meet them

Use this guide for practical tips on how to request a meeting with your MP.

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How to tell a story of us and now

Use this guide to identify the values and beliefs that unite your community, why your issue needs action now not later, and tell your collective story.

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How to craft an ask

Use this guide to help you craft an ask of your MP on the climate and nature issues that matter to you.

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“We had an arising crisis situation with recycling empty medicines blisters and my research shows clearly that the root cause involves the central Government to rectify the situation. I attended three training sessions and they were able to take me through interesting my MP to give me a 20 minute appointment. The second training gave me the pointers to put my story I want to tell in an effective sequence of discussion with my MP. The third session was crucial in giving me the confidence to tell my story and show that it was all my work, and no waffle. Thank you [The Climate Coalition] for the three part training. I strongly recommend to anyone who wants to speak to their MP about climate issues they deeply care about.”

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Which politician should I meet?

Learn which elected representative you can talk to about your issues in Scotland, England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

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Whilst many people are successful in securing meetings with their MP, we know it’s not always easy. If you're struggling to hear back from your MP at all, watch our video for some tips and guidance on how to approach those situations and help you to find alternative ways to engage your MP.

If you managed to secure a meeting with your MP, that’s great! It’s important to follow up with your MP after meeting them to help build that relationship with them, and to ensure they are held to account on any commitments they made during the meeting. Here are some top tips for doing this.

Alongside guides, resources and training to help you prepare for things like meeting your MP, we know it's also really helpful to hear from people who have been there and done it! Here are stories from two individuals who met with their MP as part of the Common Grounds National Day of Action.

Sarah Windrum took part in the Common Grounds National Day of Action and spoke to her MP Catherine Fookes. She, along with three other constituents, spoke to their MP about pollution of local rivers, the CAN bill and renewable energy. In the video below, you can hear about Sarah's experience and learnings from meeting her MP, from how she built confidence to meet her MP to the challenges and learnings in setting up a meeting.

Anna Clee took part in the Common Grounds National Day of Action - she met with her MP and organised a photo action together with her local community, including friends and members of Birmingham Friends of the Earth and Greenpeace. Anna recently spoke to us about her experience taking part and shared some learnings on arranging a meeting, getting others involved, and more. You can watch Anna’s presentation below.

You can also find out more about Anna’s experience in a blog she wrote here.

When meeting with your MP, you can talk to them about any climate or nature related issues that are important to you and your community. However, if you want some guidance on specific areas, take a look at some of our resources that will help you talk to your MP about different topics!

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How to talk to your MP about oil and gas licensing

Use this simplified policy guide to learn more about what you can ask of your MP around oil and gas licensing.

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How to talk to your MP and building and planning

Use this simplified resource to learn more about what you can ask of your MP around building and planning.

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How to talk to your MP about transport

Use this simplified resource to learn more about what your can ask of your MP around transport.

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How to talk to your MP about clean air

Use this simplified policy guide to learn more about what you can ask of your MP around clean air.

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How to talk to your MP about renewable energy

Use this simplified resource to learn more about what you can ask of your MP around renewable energy.

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How to talk to your MP about home insulation and retrofitting

Use this simplified policy guide to learn more about what you can ask of your MP around home insulation and retrofitting.

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How to talk to your MP about farming

Use this simplified policy guide to learn more about what you can ask of your MP around farming.

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On 25th October, Hope for the Future spoke with Nadia Whittome MP, to discuss about what we could achieve the climate change and nature if more people have conversations with the people elected to represent them. You can watch a recording of the discussion to hear from Nadia about how concerns and suggestions from her constituents influence her stance and policy decisions on climate-related matters, which methods of communication are most effective, and how to really make your request stand out amongst the hundreds of requests received by MPs each week - and much more!