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 Scotland
Below we have ranked the top five MPs biggest spenders – and you will be pleased to know there’s not a duck house in sight.
1. Owen Thompson
The SNP MP for Midlothian CC has spent £30,896.25 on 119 claims so far this year. Their biggest expense has been office costs, with £13,518.81 spent. Photo: London Portrait Photoqrapher-DAV
2. Martin Docherty-Hughes
The SNP MP for West Dunbartonshire CC has spent £26,140.66 on 37 claims so far this year. Their biggest expense has been accommodation, with £21,095.12 spent. Photo: London Portrait Photoqrapher-DAV
3. Drew Hendry
The SNP MP for Aberdeen South BC has spent £23,835.41 on 23 claims so far this year. Their biggest expense was accommodation, with £9,031.85 spent. Photo: London Portrait Photoqrapher-DAV
4. Stephen Flynn
The SNP MP for Aberdeen South BC has spent £23,835.41 on 23 claims so far this year. Their biggest expense was accommodation, with £9,031.85 spent. Photo: London Portrait Photoqrapher-DAV