MP Expenses

Strangford MP expenses — Jim Shannon

£573 claimed in IPSA expenses (2026-27)

Jim Shannon is the current MP for Strangford (Democratic Unionist Party). In 2026-27 they claimed £573 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

£573

All-MP average — 2026-27

£3,007

Spend by category — 2026-27

Year-on-year trend

Strangford MP expenses — common questions

Who is the MP for Strangford?
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party) is the current Member of Parliament for Strangford.
How much has the MP for Strangford claimed in expenses?
Jim Shannon claimed £573 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 Jim Shannon 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 £573 shown on this page is parliamentary business costs, not salary.
What did Jim Shannon claim the most on?
Jim Shannon's largest expense category in 2026-27 was Office Costs, at £573.
How do Strangford's MP expenses compare with other MPs?
The average claimed across all MPs in 2026-27 was £3,007. Jim Shannon claimed £573. 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.