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Aside from the obvious fact that they sit on the back bench – what does a backbencher's role entail?

You've secured your first meeting with a freshly minted Minister. Here's how to make it a success.

Be present, but be sensitive to your government stakeholders' priorities - it's not their average year.

Three key steps to mapping out your government engagement

The bureaucracy is one of the most fundamental players in any government's decision making.

We speak with this seasoned political and public affairs pro on life as a staffer, and how to effectively engage with MPs.

You are always ahead when you provide policy makers with data that no one else has.'

Advoc8 sits down with former staffer Julian Crowley to hear how advocates can get staffers and MPs on board with their campaigns.

Knowing how to manage a professional lunch has become an invaluable part of any advocacy strategy. Here's how to make an impression.

The affable Hannah Frank talks to us about life as a staffer, the perils of unconscious biases, and the importance of finding pragmatic middle ground with political offices.

Every meeting with a Minister is important, but your briefing note is what they'll take away. Here's how to make sure it stays top-of-the-pile.

Win or lose, lots of staff will be looking for something new after an election. Here's how to recruit one.