MP Expenses

Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock MP — Elaine Stewart

£18,924 claimed in IPSA expenses (2025-26)

Elaine Stewart is the current MP for Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock (Labour). In 2025-26 they claimed £18,924 in IPSA business costs — staffing, office running costs, accommodation and travel — not personal salary. See the full profile with itemised claims or read the methodology.

Total claimed — 2025-26

£18,924

All-MP average — 2025-26

£18,166

Spend by category — 2025-26

Year-on-year trend

Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock MP expenses — common questions

Who is the MP for Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock?
Elaine Stewart (Labour) is the current Member of Parliament for Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock.
How much has the MP for Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock claimed in expenses?
Elaine Stewart claimed £18,924 in IPSA business costs in 2025-26. IPSA expenses cover the costs of doing the job of an MP — staffing, office running costs, accommodation and travel — not personal salary.
What did Elaine Stewart claim the most on?
Elaine Stewart's largest expense category in 2025-26 was Office Costs, at £18,924.
How do Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock's MP expenses compare with other MPs?
The average claimed across all MPs in 2025-26 was £18,166. Elaine Stewart claimed £18,924. Figures are presented without ranking or interpretation — claim levels reflect factors like constituency distance from Westminster and staffing needs.

Figures are presented without ranking or interpretation. Read the methodology for details on data sourcing and publication lag.