Ditch the glossy official induction packs: this is the real deal. A Survival Guide to Parliament is the book every caffeine-fuelled politico secretly wishes they’d had on their first day in the Palace of Westminster.

Packed with practical tips, tricks and plenty of anecdotes to make you laugh and wince in equal measure, this is the essential guide to how to get to Parliament, how to survive and how to recover. Current and former staffers from across the political spectrum have contributed their highs, lows and nightmares, painting a vivid picture of life in politics. Part handbook, part survival manual, part comic relief, it’s a roadmap written by those who’ve endured late-night votes, survived ministerial meltdowns and lived to tell the tale.

Pulling back the heavy velvet curtains to show how Parliament really works – and how the smartest staffers make it work to their advantage – this is required reading not only for those attempting to navigate their political career but for anyone with an interest in how Britain is really governed.

With a mix of humour and hard talk, A Survival Guide to Parliament shows not just how to keep MPs happy but how to stay sane, make allies and maybe even enjoy the ride. Whether you’re brand-new or battle-hardened, this guide will be a crucial part of your parliamentary toolkit.

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Reviews

“Packed with useful guidance and outrageous anecdotes, A Survival Guide to Parliament is essential reading for all. Whether you’re a fresh-faced staffer working in Parliament for the first time, a grizzled veteran or just someone who wants to understand how Britain is really governed, this entertaining book offers a peek behind the scenes and a host of stories from the politicos who have survived Parliament and come out the other side.”

Iain Dale, broadcaster, radio presenter and political commentator

“Parliamentary staffers have to be human Swiss Army knives for Members of Parliament. A good one can make or break an MP’s career. Ambitious, diligent, talented people do the complex and demanding job of a staffer, which can be very rewarding but high risk too. This indispensable guide for parliamentary staffers, old, new and prospective, should not only sit on your shelf but be well-thumbed. It is a treasure trove of tips, tricks and examples of pitfalls to avoid, warmly and wittily conveyed.”

Peter Cardwell, author of The Secret Life of Special Advisers and Political Animals

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