How to Be an MP

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.