Our Community

Since the Devolution Acts of 1998, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland have all benefited from their own national assemblies.

Yet, England remains the only UK nation without its own dedicated political voice. The Campaign for an English Parliament (CEP) works to correct this historic democratic imbalance.

Our History: Fighting for Democratic Equality

Established in June 1998 as a non-denominational, cross-party lobbying group, the CEP was formed to ensure the English electorate wasn’t left at a permanent constitutional disadvantage. Over the years, we have successfully opposed the artificial partitioning of England into regional assemblies and presented vital evidence to the McKay Commission, proving that only a unified "all-England" solution can resolve the devolution deficit.

Future Intentions: Grassroots Campaigning and Meetups

We are scaling up our community campaigns across every county. Our future strategy relies heavily on localized street stalls, regional meetups, and expanding our network of local branches. A dedicated campaign vehicle will soon deploy to major municipal high streets, helping volunteers distribute leaflets and challenge systemic funding inequalities like the Barnett formula.

• High-Street Stalls: Join our interactive local stalls to raise public awareness.
• Lobbying Representatives: Write to your MP to demand a distinct English manifesto.
• Branch Building: Contact us to help set up or join an advocacy branch in your local area.

For insights into how regional governance impacts domestic labor forces, read our analysis on regional governance parameters.

Key Takeaways

• Devolution Gap: The CEP advocates for an independent legislative assembly to give England equal standing with other devolved UK nations.
• Civic History: Founded in 1998, the organization promotes an inclusive, civic national identity open to all residents.
• Street-Level Advocacy: Future plans center on expanding local branches, hosting public meetups, and mobilizing regional campaign vehicles.