| What Do MPs Do? |
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| MPs are elected on a first past the post system to represent their constituents at a national level in the House of Commons. Parliament has a maximum duration of five years but a general election can be held at any time. |
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| The main functions of Parliament are to: |
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| - Examine proposals for new laws |
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| - Provide, by voting for taxation, the means of carrying on the work of government |
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| - Scrutinise government policy and administration, including proposals for expenditure |
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| - Debate the major issues of the day |
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| My role is also to be an advocate for my constituents and the constituency at a national level. As your MP I can: |
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| - Raise constituency issues in the House of Commons |
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| - I can help you on matters for which Parliament or central government are responsible e.g. CSA, benefits, immigration and asylum issues, tax problems, NHS, tax credits. |
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| - Listen to your views on national issues |
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| Please note that I cannot interfere with decisions made by courts |
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| I will do my best to help with any problems you may have. I hold regular advice surgeries in the constituency or you can e-mail me or write to me: |
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| Mrs Caroline Spelman MP |
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| 2 Manor Rd |
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| Solihull |
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| B91 2BL |
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| House of Commons |
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| London |
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| SW1A OAA |
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