South Suffolk MP expenses — James Cartlidge
£229 claimed in IPSA expenses (2026-27)
James Cartlidge is the current MP for South Suffolk (Conservative). In 2026-27 they claimed £229 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
£229
All-MP average — 2026-27
£3,007
Spend by category — 2026-27
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 £229 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 James Cartlidge 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 £229 shown on this page is parliamentary business costs, not salary.
- What did James Cartlidge claim the most on?
- James Cartlidge's largest expense category in 2026-27 was Office Costs, at £150.
- How do South Suffolk's MP expenses compare with other MPs?
- The average claimed across all MPs in 2026-27 was £3,007. James Cartlidge claimed £229. 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.