Contact Your Representatives: Guide

Your step-by-step resource to finding and contacting UK elected officials to demand action for Palestine.

Contacting your elected representatives is a powerful form of advocacy. This guide provides all the official links you need to find who represents you at every level of UK government. Use these resources to demand they call for an immediate ceasefire, an end to arms sales to Israel, and justice for the Palestinian people.

1. Contacting Your MP (Member of Parliament)

Your MP represents your constituency in the House of Commons and is your main contact for national issues such as foreign policy, arms exports, and humanitarian concerns.

Find Your MP:
Use the official UK Parliament website to locate your MP by entering your postcode. You’ll find their contact details, email address, and local surgery times.
Official UK Parliament MP Finder

Understand the Political Landscape:
Knowing the current composition of the House of Commons can help you understand your MP’s party alignment and areas where public pressure may be most effective.
State of the Parties in the House of Commons


2. Contacting the House of Lords

The House of Lords scrutinises and amends legislation passed by the Commons. Writing to Lords—particularly those focused on human rights, international law, or foreign affairs—can strengthen advocacy efforts.

Find Members of the House of Lords:
Search for individual Lords by name to find their contact details, committee memberships, and policy interests.
Find Members of the House of Lords

Lords Membership by Party:
Browse all Lords organised by party or group affiliation to target your outreach more effectively.
Lords Membership by Party


3. Understanding Your Constituency and Region

These resources provide insight into your local political context—useful for tailoring your message to reflect local priorities and representation.

View All Constituencies:
Explore every UK parliamentary constituency, including boundaries, current MPs, and demographics.
UK Parliament Constituencies

Explore Regions:
See the political makeup and party representation across UK regions.
Explore Regions in Parliament


4. Contacting Your Local Council

While local councils don’t set foreign policy, they can pass motions, divest from unethical companies, and shape public opinion. They’re often easier to reach than MPs.

Find Your Local Councillors:
Enter your postcode on GOV.UK to find your local councillors and their contact details.
Local Councillors

Find Your Local Council Main Page:
Get contact information and service links for your local authority. vv
Local Council

Tips for Effective Communication
  • Be Clear and Concise: State your request in the opening line (e.g., “I am writing to urge you to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.”).
  • Be Personal: Explain briefly why this issue matters to you as a constituent.
  • Request a Response: Ask for their position or intended action on the issue.

By using these official channels, you participate directly in the democratic process and help hold power to account.