# How to Be an MP

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- Authors: [Paul Flynn](https://www.bookquiver.com/paul-flynn)
- Language: en_US
- Published: 2024-10-24
- Genres: Politics and government

## Description

Not for everyone the title of Prime Minister, ForeignSecretary or other such hallowed callings; the vast majority of the House ofCommons is made up of backbenchers - the power behind the constitutionallyelected throne. Here is a guide for anyone and everyone fascinated by thequirks and foibles of Westminster Palace, covering all species of backbencherand providing every hardworking MP and political enthusiast with the know-howto survive life in Parliament. From how to address the crowd, weather marital troubles andsocialise at party conference to the all-important Backbenchers'Commandments, How to Be an MP is indispensable reading foranyone wishing to make a mark from the back benches and influence proceedingsin the House. And in the process it provides the outsider with a rivetinginsight into life as a Member.

## Editions

### How to Be an MP

- Publisher: Biteback
- ISBN: 978-17-8590-919-1
- Pages: 272
- Published: 2024-10-24
- Language: en_US