MP Expenses

Melksham and Devizes MP — Brian Mathew

£12,949 claimed in IPSA expenses (2025-26)

Brian Mathew is the current MP for Melksham and Devizes (Liberal Democrat). In 2025-26 they claimed £12,949 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

£12,949

All-MP average — 2025-26

£18,166

Spend by category — 2025-26

Year-on-year trend

Melksham and Devizes MP expenses — common questions

Who is the MP for Melksham and Devizes?
Brian Mathew (Liberal Democrat) is the current Member of Parliament for Melksham and Devizes.
How much has the MP for Melksham and Devizes claimed in expenses?
Brian Mathew claimed £12,949 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 Brian Mathew claim the most on?
Brian Mathew's largest expense category in 2025-26 was Office Costs, at £9,709.
How do Melksham and Devizes's MP expenses compare with other MPs?
The average claimed across all MPs in 2025-26 was £18,166. Brian Mathew claimed £12,949. 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.