As your MP, I’m working hard for everyone in the constituency, whether you voted for me or not. This website is designed for updating you on my work, both locally and nationally.

I am Rugby’s voice in Parliament, championing the issues that matter to you. A large part of my work for you is in Parliament, and for part of each week I also engage with as many residents, organisations and businesses as I can. Scroll down to learn more.

Priorities for the Year Ahead:

As your MP, I work with the community and all relevant local, regional, and national bodies for:

• Regeneration of Rugby town centre
• Improvements to healthcare locally, including a doctor-led urgent care system from the Hospital of St Cross and better access to GPs and NHS dentists
• Enhancing local infrastructure to meet the growing needs of our towns and villages, such as improving bus services
• More provision of genuinely affordable and social homes
• Improve educational outcomes in Rugby, including sufficient spaces for our children
• Advocating for economic policies that boost our local economy and fund good quality public services

What Does an MP Do?

Representing Rugby, Bulkington, and the Villages, my commitment is to advocate for and support you, locally and in Westminster

When Parliament is sitting, I am required to be in London for 3-4 days per week. I am in the constituency for the rest of each week, working for you.

MPs do not run, and cannot direct local councils, or public services, however, we can influence all of these in your best interests, and raise concerns directly with ministers and others, if necessary.

Here’s a quick look at what I do:

• Speaking Up for You: I represent our community in the House of Commons, making sure your concerns are heard in debates and decisions.
• Shaping Laws: I vote on new laws and policies, advocating for what benefits our area most.
• Listening and Talking To You: I knock on doors most weeks to find out what matters to residents. I also hold advice surgeries across the constituency where you can raise any concerns where you are seeking my assistance, or where you can talk to me about political issue.
• Addressing Local Issues: From housing and healthcare to transport, I raise these concerns with ministers nationally and any local organisation or council.
• Helping Constituents with Casework: My team and I are here to help resolve individual concerns or problems and if we can’t, to advise you on other options.
• Engaging With the Community: I visit local schools, charities, businesses, public service organisations and others to understand your challenges and work with you to drive positive change – if your group or organisation (of any size or type), would like me to visit, please get in touch.

Have a question or an issue? Book a surgery appointment (held at venues all across the constituency) or reach out through the contact details below. I’m here to make sure your voice is heard in Westminster.

Contact John Slinger

If you have any issues or concerns, I’m here to help. Please feel free to get in touch:

•  📧 Email: john.slinger.mp@parliament.uk
•  📞 Phone: 01788 227444
• ✍️ Write to me: House of Commons, SW1A 0AA

About John Slinger

Rugby has been my home since 2006.

I am committed to serving the community, whether as a school governor, trustee for Warwickshire Young Carers or more recently as a borough councillor.

My career has taken me through various roles. I started working at McDonald’s during my teenage years. In my 20s, I worked as a hospital porter while also pursuing a passion for music by playing in rock bands. After that, I worked for MPs in Parliament. For the past 18 years, until I decided to run for Parliament, I worked as a consultant at strategic communications companies, both nationally and internationally.

I’m honoured to represent our community and bring my diverse experiences to this role. Whether it’s campaigning for local improvements, championing fair policies in Parliament, or engaging with national and international issues, my focus is delivering for you, standing up for Rugby and working with the government in the national interest.

Fun Facts:

• A classically trained violinist and singer/songwriter who once supported the bands Muse and Toploader and had a song on Radio 1!
• Avid runner exploring Rugby’s scenic countryside (I am Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Running and am running the London Marathon to raise money for a local mental health charity.)
• Passionate advocate for the creative arts and community engagement, who used to run events called ‘Top of the Policies’.

How We Can Help

My team and I are here to support you with a range of issues, from navigating public services to addressing local concerns. Here’s how we can assist:

• Constituent Support: As your MP, I can only assist those living in Rugby, Bulkington, and the Villages (this is a strict rule of the House of Commons). If you’re unsure whether I’m your MP, you can check here: Find Your MP.
• Casework Assistance: We aim to respond to:
  • Urgent enquiries within 1 week.
  • Other casework within 2 weeks.
  • Policy enquiries within 3 weeks.
• Key Areas of Support:
  • Help with housing, healthcare, transport, and other local issues.
  • Guidance on accessing government services or resolving concerns.
  • Amplifying your concerns in Parliament to push for real solutions.

Urgent Support Contacts

• Emergency Services: If you feel unsafe or threatened, call the police on 999.
• If you need a council service urgently then please contact either:
  • Rugby Borough Council: 01788 533533
  • Warwickshire County Council: 01926 410410

To help us assist you effectively, please include your full name, postal address, and any relevant reference numbers when contacting us.

• If you’ve copied me into an email addressed to someone else, please note that this will not elicit a response. For assistance, please address me directly.
• Enquiries from organisations will only be addressed if they directly involve a constituent in my area.

Please Note: Communications containing abusive language or harassment will not receive a response.

Stay Updated & Connect With Me

You can follow my latest activities here, including:

• Speeches and Activities in Parliament: Read my contributions here.
• Why not follow me on social media where I update you on all my work both in Westminster and Rugby:
  • Facebook: John Slinger MP
  • Instagram: @johnslinger.mp
  • X (Twitter): @JohnSlinger
  • LinkedIn: John Slinger

Building a stronger, more connected, and thriving future for Rugby, Bulkington, and the Villages.

Your voice matters. Let’s make it heard.