The table below shows you how to address Members of Parliament both verbally and in writing.
| Office | Address | Dear... |
|---|---|---|
|
Member of Parliament (MP after surname, honours and decorations) |
John Doe Esq. MP | Mr Doe |
|
Member of Parliament also a Privy Counsellor |
The Right Honourable John Doe MP | Mr Doe |
| Speaker of the House of Commons | The Right Honourable The Speaker | Mr or Madam Speaker |
| Lord Speaker (of the House of Lords) | The Lord Speaker (irrespective of gender) | Dear Lord Speaker |
| Chairman of Ways and Means and deputies are addressed by name | John Doe Esq. MP | Mr Doe |
| Members of the European Parliament (MEP after their names) | John Doe Esq. MP | Mr Doe |
Please note: From the moment Parliament is dissolved until a new Parliament meets, there is no Parliament and accordingly no Members of Parliament. During this time Parliamentarians are not entitled to use the letters "MP" after their name.