UK Parliament
Key Outcomes This educational workshop explained how the UK Parliament functions, the distinction between Parliament and Government, and the multiple pathways for individuals and businesses to engage with MPs, Lords, and parliamentary processes . Participants learned how to contact their MPs, engage with select committees and All-Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs), and use petitions to influence policy Workshop Content Overview Parliament vs Government Structure House of Commons House of Lords How Laws Are Made Legislative Process Engagement Pathways for Businesses and Individuals Direct MP Contact Select Committees All-Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs) Petitions Research and Information Access House of Commons Library Questions Raised for Follow-Up Session Business Engagement Strategy Pending Confirmation Action Items Next Session Tomorrow evening: Q&A session focusing on practical business engagement scenarios and targeted strategies for influencing policy through parliamentary channels