Q&A for How to Address an MP

No. In 1986, both Australia and the UK adopted a piece of legislation called the Australia Act that prevents the UK from creating legislation in Australia or from being involved in the Australian government. Technically, section 74 of the Australian Constitution allows decisions made by the Australian High Court to be appealed to the UK Privy Council, however the Australian Act blocks all ways that this could actually be achieved.

Use the addresser Hon instead of Mr/Miss in front of their name. For example, Dear Hon Daniel Andrew.

When in conversation with an MP, use their title (such as Dr., Mr., Mrs., or Ms.) and their last name. For example, you’d say, “Pleased to meet you, Mr. Smith.” Look on your nation’s parliament's website to find your MP’s preferred title. List “MP” after their title and name on an envelope address.

Try below format when starting the letter: “To, The Secretary, Health and Social Affairs, ” Complete the department's name, location and postcode, etc. You do not need to mention his/her name.

Would it be considered rude to ask them? If not, I recommend you do. If you can't ask for whatever reason. Adress them as Mr. Or look them up online, see what their titles are. And act accordingly. For example, if they’re a knight, you'd call them Sir.

End it formally: ‘Thank you very much,’ or ‘Respectfully,’ or ‘Thank you for your attention’.

Use their present title. Don’t say anything like 'to the former MP', as that may be insulting. Just say Mr./Miss/Mrs./Ms./Dr. (or whatever they may use) and their name and address.