How do you address a letter to a member of Parliament?

In formal correspondence with a member of a state or territory parliament:

  1. Open with ‘Dear Ms’ (or ‘Mr’, ‘Mrs’, ‘Mx’, ‘Dr’ and so on).
  2. Conclude with ‘Yours faithfully’.

Why are politicians called Honourable?

A member of parliament who is or has been a minister, the President of the Senate or Speaker of the House of Representatives may use the title ‘Honourable’. This title may be used for the rest of their life and reflects the honour and responsibility of their previous role.

How do you address a member of state parliament NSW?

First and middle name initials, eg M. I. The Member’s surname. The Member’s title, eg Mr, Mrs, Dr, The Hon., etc. Post-nominals including any qualifications, separated with spaces, eg M.L.C. M.B.E. B.A.

How do you address a Minister in a letter?

In conversation: “Minister” first, then “Mr./Mrs./Ms./Miss (name)”. In letters: “Dear Minister”. Provincial cabinet ministers retain the title “Honourable” only while in office. The title “Honourable”, as an adjective, is only used with the person’s full name (i.e. first name and surname) or initials (or other titles).

Who is entitled to use the title Honourable?

Under the rules of etiquette, the President, Vice President, members of both houses of Congress, governors of states, members of state legislatures, and mayors are accorded the title.

How do you address someone with an Honorable title?

(1) The Honorable may be replaced by a title such as General, Dr., or His Excellency, as appropriate. (a) All Presidential appointees and Federal- and State-elected officials are addressed as The Honorable.

How do you address a politician in a letter?

Be sure to include your name and address on both your letter and envelope.) Dear (Assembly Member / Senator) (last name) Be courteous and informative in your communication. State the purpose of the letter in the opening sentence and if you are referring to a bill, include the bill number, author and topic.