MP Expenses

North Down MP expenses — Alex Easton

£6,021 claimed in IPSA expenses (2026-27)

Alex Easton is the current MP for North Down (Independent). In 2026-27 they claimed £6,021 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

£6,021

All-MP average — 2026-27

£3,007

Spend by category — 2026-27

Year-on-year trend

North Down MP expenses — common questions

Who is the MP for North Down?
Alex Easton (Independent) is the current Member of Parliament for North Down.
How much has the MP for North Down claimed in expenses?
Alex Easton claimed £6,021 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 Alex Easton 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 £6,021 shown on this page is parliamentary business costs, not salary.
What did Alex Easton claim the most on?
Alex Easton's largest expense category in 2026-27 was Office Costs, at £4,766.
How do North Down's MP expenses compare with other MPs?
The average claimed across all MPs in 2026-27 was £3,007. Alex Easton claimed £6,021. 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.