MP alarm at email ‘Black hole’
North Cornwall MP, Dan Rogerson today (Monday) urged website operators “theyworkforyou.com ” to make sure email sent through their system from constituents arrives safely with their MP.
Constituents who send email to Mr Rogerson through “writetothem.com ”, operated by They Work for You, bounces back with the message “unfortunately, we couldn’t send your message to Daniel Rogerson MP”. The local MP has contacted the website to ask that they forward all email to him at contact@danrogerson.org but so far the operators have failed to respond satisfactorily.
Commenting, Mr Rogerson said:
“I receive a very large volume of email each week, and we try to deal with it swiftly, particularly where someone has got in touch for help with a problem they’re having.
“It’s very alarming indeed that some people could be sending me urgent messages through They Work For You and they simply aren’t reaching me.
“It’s certainly admirable that volunteers have taken the time to set up this site. New methods for people to get in touch with local representatives are always welcome.
“But it’s vital that this self-styled conduit between constituent and MP doesn’t just plunge people’s emails into a black hole.
“To be sure of getting in touch, please email me direct at contact@danrogerson.org , or phone my office.”
Note to Editors:
North Cornwall constituents can email Dan Rogerson at contact@danrogerson.org; or write to Church Stile, Market Street, Launceston, PL15 8AT. Very urgent matters should be referred by phone on 01566 777123
