MP Expenses

Birkenhead MP expenses — Alison McGovern

£573 claimed in IPSA expenses (2026-27)

Alison McGovern is the current MP for Birkenhead (Labour). In 2026-27 they claimed £573 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 — 2026-27

£573

All-MP average — 2026-27

£3,007

Spend by category — 2026-27

Year-on-year trend

Birkenhead MP expenses — common questions

Who is the MP for Birkenhead?
Alison McGovern (Labour) is the current Member of Parliament for Birkenhead.
How much has the MP for Birkenhead claimed in expenses?
Alison McGovern claimed £573 in IPSA business costs in 2026-27. IPSA expenses cover the costs of doing the job of an MP — staffing, office running costs, accommodation and travel — not personal salary.
How much is Alison McGovern paid as an MP?
The 2026/27 basic salary for a Member of Parliament is £98,599 from 1 April 2026, set by IPSA. Additional paid roles and outside earnings are separate. The £573 shown on this page is parliamentary business costs, not salary.
What did Alison McGovern claim the most on?
Alison McGovern's largest expense category in 2026-27 was Office Costs, at £573.
How do Birkenhead's MP expenses compare with other MPs?
The average claimed across all MPs in 2026-27 was £3,007. Alison McGovern claimed £573. 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.