But that’s not stopped them claiming thousands of pounds in expenses.
Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority figures for the 2020-21 financial year show MPs across the UK had claimed over £9 million as of January 6th.
The JPIMedia Data Unit has analysed the figures to find out how much has been claimed by members in Derbyshire.
Below we have ranked the MPs from biggest to least spender – and you will be pleased to know there’s not a duck house in sight.
1. Robert Largan
Robert Largan, the Conservative MP for High Peak CC, has spent £25,666.71 on 49 claims so far this year. Their biggest expense has been for office costs, with £14,542.95 spent. Photo: UK Parliament/Richard Townshend
2. Mark Fletcher
Mark Fletcher, the Conservative MP for Bolsover CC, has spent £14,542.57 on 73 claims so far this year. Their biggest expense has been for office costs, with £8,539.24 spent. Photo: UK Parliament/Richard Townshend
3. Maggie Throup
Maggie Throup, the Conservative MP for Erewash CC, has spent £11,922.13 on 51 claims so far this year. Their biggest expense has been for accommodation, with £6,385.45 spent. Photo: UK Parliament/Richard Townshend
4. Toby Perkins
Toby Perkins, the Labour MP for Chesterfield BC, has spent £10,819.65 on 46 claims so far this year. Their biggest expense has been for accommodation, with £7,056.42 spent. Photo: UK Parliament/Richard Townshend