Like their constituents, the coronavirus pandemic has meant MPs have had to adapt to a new way of working (Shutterstock)Like their constituents, the coronavirus pandemic has meant MPs have had to adapt to a new way of working (Shutterstock)
Like their constituents, the coronavirus pandemic has meant MPs have had to adapt to a new way of working (Shutterstock)

MP expenses 2020: here’s how much politicians in Falkirk claimed last year

Like their constituents, the coronavirus pandemic has meant MPs have had to adapt to a new way of working, often setting up office in their homes rather than Parliament
By Iain leggat
Published 13th Jan 2021, 10:46 BST
Updated 13th Jan 2021, 11:52 BST

But that’s not stopped them claiming thousands of pounds in expenses.

Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority figures for the 2020-21 financial year show MPs across the UK had claimed over £9 million as of January 6th.

The JPIMedia Data Unit has analysed the figures to find out how much has been claimed by members in Falkirk

The area’s two MPs between them spent £28,688.35 on 56 claims over the nine months.

Below we have ranked the top 5 biggest claims – and you’ll be pleased to know there’s not a duck house in sight.

The next biggest expense was £1,755.00 on accommodation. That was claimed by Martyn Day the SNP MP for Linlithgow and East Falkirk CC.

1. Accommodation, Martyn Day

The next biggest expense was £1,755.00 on accommodation. That was claimed by Martyn Day the SNP MP for Linlithgow and East Falkirk CC. Photo: Shutterstock

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The next biggest expense was £1,755.00 on accommodation. That was claimed by Martyn Day the SNP MP for Linlithgow and East Falkirk CC.

2. Accommodation, Martyn Day

The next biggest expense was £1,755.00 on accommodation. That was claimed by Martyn Day the SNP MP for Linlithgow and East Falkirk CC. Photo: Shutterstock

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The next biggest expense was £1,732.50 on office costs. That was claimed by John McNally the SNP MP for Falkirk.

3. Office Costs, John McNally

The next biggest expense was £1,732.50 on office costs. That was claimed by John McNally the SNP MP for Falkirk. Photo: Shutterstock

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