Take Action!

Man shouting through a megaphone Politics effects everything we do in life. That is why it is important to have your say so that the issues you care about get heard! Find out how...

Vote!

pen ticking a box, casting a vote, Want to have your say about things that matter? Voting is the best way to do this.

You can vote in both local and general elections. You vote for the candidate in your area who wants to work towards issues you feel are important.

The Electoral Commission provides further information about why voting is important.

Your MP

Your MP is a good person to approach if you have an issue that you feel is important. You can visit your MP or write to them.

Your MP can arrange for you or your local group or service to go on Tours of Parliament. Write and ask if they will book a tour date for you and send a permit which you need to present at Westminster on the date. Tours are often booked in advance for several months so book early!

You can also find out what is going on in Parliament to keep up to date with debates that are taking place, what legislation is currently going through and who the MPS and Lords are.

Join the movement!

High five Join the movement and campaign on issues important for people affected by mental illness.

You can do a little or a lot - whatever time you have to spare - but you can do something!

If there is a local issue you are passionate about, why not campaign locally. Check out our Get Involved web page and read Rethink's guide to campaigning: So you want to change the world? a toolkit for local activists (609 kb)