MP Expenses

South Suffolk MP — James Cartlidge

£10,760 claimed in IPSA expenses (2025-26)

James Cartlidge is the current MP for South Suffolk (Conservative). In 2025-26 they claimed £10,760 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

£10,760

All-MP average — 2025-26

£18,166

Spend by category — 2025-26

Year-on-year trend

South Suffolk MP expenses — common questions

Who is the MP for South Suffolk?
James Cartlidge (Conservative) is the current Member of Parliament for South Suffolk.
How much has the MP for South Suffolk claimed in expenses?
James Cartlidge claimed £10,760 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 James Cartlidge claim the most on?
James Cartlidge's largest expense category in 2025-26 was Office Costs, at £6,478.
How do South Suffolk's MP expenses compare with other MPs?
The average claimed across all MPs in 2025-26 was £18,166. James Cartlidge claimed £10,760. 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.