MP Expenses

West Ham and Beckton MP — James Asser

£15,600 claimed in IPSA expenses (2025-26)

James Asser is the current MP for West Ham and Beckton (Labour). In 2025-26 they claimed £15,600 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

£15,600

All-MP average — 2025-26

£18,166

Spend by category — 2025-26

West Ham and Beckton MP expenses — common questions

Who is the MP for West Ham and Beckton?
James Asser (Labour) is the current Member of Parliament for West Ham and Beckton.
How much has the MP for West Ham and Beckton claimed in expenses?
James Asser claimed £15,600 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 Asser claim the most on?
James Asser's largest expense category in 2025-26 was Office Costs, at £14,121.
How do West Ham and Beckton's MP expenses compare with other MPs?
The average claimed across all MPs in 2025-26 was £18,166. James Asser claimed £15,600. 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.