Neil Coyle: An MP's Work Story
“Don't just talk to the loudest kids. Talk to everyone, find out what they want, and reflect that. Being involved is really important.”
Neil Coyle talks candidly about the strange working week of a Member of Parliament—casework, chamber, constituents, cameras—and what he wishes more people understood about the job.
Listen to Everyone
His clearest advice cuts across politics entirely: the loudest voices are rarely the most representative ones.
The Long Game
Neil reflects on what a decade in the role has taught him about patience, small wins, and staying useful.
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