David Baines

David Baines is the Labour MP for St Helens North, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024.

APPG officer roles

All-Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs) are informal cross-party groups that have no official status within Parliament. They are run by and for Members of the Commons and Lords, though many choose to involve individuals and organisations from outside Parliament in their administration and activities.

Officer Roles are drawn from the latest edition of the Register of APPGs. To see the latest edition of the register, go to Published Register of APPGs.

Dyslexia
To improve awareness, understanding, and support for children and adults with dyslexia and co-occurring difficulties - which includes dyspraxia and dyscalculia. The APPG aims to provide a forum for Parliamentarians and connected groups to consider current provisions for dyslexic people, the impact of dyslexia on both individuals and society, and propose reform.
Officer
Events
The APPG works to strengthen ties between the world leading UK events industry and policymakers, with the aim of creating a stronger event economy within all communities.
Vice Chair
Liverpool City Region
The APPG provides a forum for collaboration and debate on the issues impacting on the Liverpool City Region. The group takes evidence from stakeholders in the region, including individuals, businesses, and the third sector to produce an evidence and consensus based voice.
Vice Chair
Local Growth
To provide a policy forum that supports local economic growth by bringing together parliamentarians, local government representatives, business, and educational institutions.
Chair & Registered Contact
Rugby Football League
To foster relations and to encourage members of the parliamentary estate and associated government offices to partake in rugby football league.
Chair & Registered Contact