MP Expenses

Melton and Syston MP expenses — Edward Argar

£647 claimed in IPSA expenses (2026-27)

Edward Argar is the current MP for Melton and Syston (Conservative). In 2026-27 they claimed £647 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

£647

All-MP average — 2026-27

£3,007

Spend by category — 2026-27

Year-on-year trend

Melton and Syston MP expenses — common questions

Who is the MP for Melton and Syston?
Edward Argar (Conservative) is the current Member of Parliament for Melton and Syston.
How much has the MP for Melton and Syston claimed in expenses?
Edward Argar claimed £647 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 Edward Argar 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 £647 shown on this page is parliamentary business costs, not salary.
What did Edward Argar claim the most on?
Edward Argar's largest expense category in 2026-27 was Office Costs, at £647.
How do Melton and Syston's MP expenses compare with other MPs?
The average claimed across all MPs in 2026-27 was £3,007. Edward Argar claimed £647. 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.