In the thick of it: what it’s really like working for an MP
Tuesday 24 November 6.30pm to 8pm
Skeel Lecture Theatre, People’s Palace, Mile End Campus, Queen Mary
University of London, London, E1 4NS
What do MPs’ staff really do? Are they bag carriers? The power behind the throne?
MPs in waiting? Substitute social workers? Gatekeepers? Descriptions vary, some
more flattering than others…
Join us for a lively evening at Queen Mary University of London discussing the
realities of working for an MP. In a demanding, sometimes insecure, environment,
find out how staff ensure MPs are well-supported to address constituents’ concerns
and party political needs, while dealing with daily pressures and challenges.
Speakers providing insights and anecdotes from behind the scenes at the House of
Commons include:
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Imran Ahmed – Parliamentary Adviser to Hilary Benn MP
Janet Walker – Parliamentary Assistant to Tom Tugendhat MP
Patrick Diamond – lecturer in Public Policy, Queen Mary University & former
Special Adviser to Lord Mandelson (Chair)
As well as an insight into the day to day work of Parliament, attendees will also be
able to access information about careers in Parliament.
Where and when
This event will take place at Skeel Lecture Theatre, People’s Palace, Mile End
Campus, Queen Mary University of London, London, E1 4NS
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Mile End map
The event has been organised in partnership with Queen Mary University’s Mile End
Institute:
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Find out more about the Mile End Institute
Booking a place
To book a place at this event, please complete the registration form at this link:
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Registration form – 24 November 2015
Alternatively, contact Parliament's Outreach Service on 020 7219 1650 or email
universities@parliament.uk
Places are allocated on a first come, first served basis, so booking in advance is
essential.