MP Expenses

Belfast South and Mid Down MP — Claire Hanna

£21,033 claimed in IPSA expenses (2025-26)

Claire Hanna is the current MP for Belfast South and Mid Down (Social Democratic & Labour Party). In 2025-26 they claimed £21,033 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

£21,033

All-MP average — 2025-26

£18,166

Spend by category — 2025-26

Year-on-year trend

Belfast South and Mid Down MP expenses — common questions

Who is the MP for Belfast South and Mid Down?
Claire Hanna (Social Democratic & Labour Party) is the current Member of Parliament for Belfast South and Mid Down.
How much has the MP for Belfast South and Mid Down claimed in expenses?
Claire Hanna claimed £21,033 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 Claire Hanna claim the most on?
Claire Hanna's largest expense category in 2025-26 was Office Costs, at £16,178.
How do Belfast South and Mid Down's MP expenses compare with other MPs?
The average claimed across all MPs in 2025-26 was £18,166. Claire Hanna claimed £21,033. 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.