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Marsha De Cordova

Labour MP for Battersea

Elected 2017-06-08

Constituency outline of Battersea with neighbours greyed
Battersea
£260.8K Expenses claimed · rank #215 of 650
£0 Donations received
2 Declared interests
0 Red flags

How They Voted

VOTED FOR Employer National Insurance Increase
VOTED AGAINST VAT on Private Schools
VOTED FOR Illegal Migration Act Repeal
VOTED AGAINST Assisted Dying Bill
VOTED FOR House of Lords Hereditary Peers

Recent Public Statements

Latest verbatim posts and speeches from Marsha De Cordova on Bluesky and gov.uk. Sourced directly from public APIs. No paraphrase, no editorialising.

Bluesky
Our relationship with the EU is of the utmost importance as we approach this next phase of governance. It is more vital than ever that we do everything possible to increase our economic cooperation with our nearest allies for a stronger, safer & more prosperous future.
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Bluesky
🌞The Chancellor's Great British Summer Savings means that more families can experience the joys that make life matter: 🚌 Free bus travel in England for kids aged 5-15 🎡Amusement parks, museums & soft play for less 🎥cutting VAT to 5% on children’s menu meals, children’s tickets for cinemas & more
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Bluesky
I am deeply saddened to hear about the tragic murder of Sergei Krajev, a bus driver who was senselessly assaulted on Battersea Bridge while doing his job.
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Bluesky
🌟 I would like to congratulate the young people in Battersea for starting their Duke of Edinburgh award A record-breaking number of young people – 589,237 – took part in a DofE last year, contributing over 6 million volunteering hours to communities across the UK. #YouthWithoutLimits
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Bluesky
As far too many disabled people have to deal with the consequences of the backlog, including delayed payments and assessments. It is vital that disabled people get the essential employment support that the scheme is there to provides. www.gov.uk/government/n...
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Bluesky
I'm Hiring! I'm looking for an experienced and hardworking Caseworker to join my team and help me deliver for my constituents. If you're interested, please apply using the link below. The closing date for applications is 31st May. recruitment.hivesupport.co.uk/job/35186/ca...
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It’s always a joy to speak to young people & hear what they have to say about politics and the state of the world. A massive thank you to @sfx6thform.bsky.social for having me - and the students for your thoughtful & important questions.
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Bluesky
Great news that the appeal for Battersea Bridge Tower has been dismissed by the Planning Inspector. Thank you to everyone who campaigned on this, it shows that when our community comes together, we can make a real difference and stand up for responsible development.
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22 more recent statements available.

Said One Thing, Voted Another?

Verbatim Hansard contributions placed beside how this MP actually voted. See the full Lie Detector for methodology.

Two-Child Benefit Cap Absent / no vote
Mr Speaker, it always feels like I am getting my exercise in at Church questions! Through community programmes, the Church provides a significant contribution to the local economy, amounting to around £55 billion. That includes food banks, warm spaces, credit unions, school clubs …
Child Poverty · 2026-04-16
House of Lords Hereditary Peers Voted FOR
It was a privilege to be in the House of Lords for the King’s Speech. The Government set out a programme for delivering real change across the country. I look forward to continuing to champion #Battersea and make it an even better place to live, work and visit.
Bluesky post · 2026-05-14

Expenses Breakdown

Total: £260,847. Rank: #215 of 650 MPs. Source: IPSA.

Staffing
£232,757
Office
£28,025
Travel
£65

What They Actually Claimed For

Itemised IPSA claims for the 192 expense lines this MP submitted. Total paid: £538,270. Source: IPSA individualBusinessCosts.

31 items for review
  • £850 Single claim of £850.41 for Business rates (Office Costs) on 03/10/2024.
  • £850 Single claim of £850.41 for Business rates (Office Costs) on 14/01/2025.
  • £863 Single claim of £862.97 for Business rates (Office Costs) on 17/04/2025.
  • £900 Single claim of £900.00 for Recruitment Services &Costs (Office Costs) on 08/10/2024.
  • £13,816 Single claim of £13,815.96 for Rent (Office Costs) on 31/03/2025.
  • £792 Single claim of £792.31 for Service charge & ground Rent (Office Costs) on 02/04/2024.
  • £786 Single claim of £785.75 for Service charge & ground Rent (Office Costs) on 17/04/2025.
  • £830 Single claim of £830.34 for Service charge & ground Rent (Office Costs) on 14/01/2025.
  • £720 Single claim of £720.00 for Software & applications (Office Costs) on 18/06/2024.
  • £788 Single claim of £788.19 for Stationery & printing (Office Costs) on 03/04/2024.
  • £624 Single claim of £624.00 for Venue hire, meetings & surgeries (Office Costs) on 31/01/2025.
  • £1,279 Single claim of £1,279.26 for Equipment - purchase (Computer, laptop, PC, tablet & accessories) on 22/06/2023.
  • £4,605 Single claim of £4,605.00 for Rent (Office Costs) on 27/06/2023.
  • £4,605 Single claim of £4,605.00 for Rent (Office Costs) on 26/12/2023.
  • £4,605 Single claim of £4,605.00 for Rent (Office Costs) on 26/03/2024.
  • £1,252 Single claim of £1,252.04 for Service charge & ground Rent (Office Costs) on 19/04/2023.
  • £3,801 Single claim of £3,801.40 for Service charge & ground Rent (Office Costs) on 28/03/2023.
  • £794 Single claim of £794.47 for Service charge & ground Rent (Office Costs) on 07/07/2023.
  • £803 Single claim of £803.20 for Service charge & ground Rent (Office Costs) on 11/12/2023.
  • £786 Single claim of £785.74 for Service charge & ground Rent (Office Costs) on 11/05/2023.
  • £690 Single claim of £690.00 for Software & applications (Office Costs) on 21/06/2023.
  • £581 Single claim of £581.28 for Stationery & printing (Office Costs) on 17/01/2024.
  • £1,050 Single claim of £1,050.00 for Training - staff (Office Costs) on 27/03/2024.
  • £1,608 Single claim of £1,608.41 for Business rates (Office Costs) on 30/12/2025.
  • £1,005 Single claim of £1,004.97 for Business rates (Office Costs) on 27/11/2025.

Search the top 30 claims paid

Showing 20 of 30 claims. Total paid £514,743

31/03/2025StaffingPayrollFY 24-25
Total Staffing budget payroll costs for the 2024-25 year0
£228,157
31/03/2024StaffingPayrollFY 23-24
Total Staffing budget payroll costs for the 2023-24 year0
£225,126
31/03/2025Office CostsRentFY 24-25
Aggregated figure for this business cost and budget category in 2024-250
£13,816
27/06/2023Office CostsRentFY 23-24
0
£4,605
26/12/2023Office CostsRentFY 23-24
0
£4,605
26/03/2024Office CostsRentFY 23-24
0
£4,605
12/04/2024StaffingPooled staffing servicesFY 24-25
Parliamentary Research Service (Labour)0
£4,600
28/04/2023StaffingPooled staffing servicesFY 23-24
Parliamentary Research Service (Labour)0
£4,500
28/03/2023Office CostsService charge & ground RentFY 23-24
services charges - constituency office0
£3,801
30/12/2025Office CostsBusiness ratesFY 25-26
q4 buis rates0
£1,608
27/11/2025Office CostsBusiness ratesFY 25-26
2 offices business rates0
£1,435
22/06/2023Office CostsEquipment - purchaseFY 23-24
Computer, laptop, PC, tablet & accessories0
£1,279
30/12/2025Office CostsService charge & ground RentFY 25-26
q4 Service charge0
£1,272
19/04/2023Office CostsService charge & ground RentFY 23-24
quarter 10
£1,252
27/11/2025Office CostsService charge & ground RentFY 25-26
2 offices service chare0
£1,134
27/03/2024Office CostsTraining - staffFY 23-24
PARLI-TRAINING [200010137-817]0
£1,050
05/11/2025StaffingTraining - staffFY 25-26
PARLI-TRAINING0
£1,050
27/11/2025Office CostsBusiness ratesFY 25-26
Q2 BR0
£1,005
08/10/2024Office CostsRecruitment Services &CostsFY 24-25
recruitment0
£900
17/04/2025Office CostsBusiness ratesFY 24-25
Q1 Buis Rates [200011793-463]0
£863

Year on year

FY 23-24 95 claims £265,546
FY 24-25 74 claims £261,948
FY 25-26 23 claims £10,775

Travel

£1,547 paid across 0 trips.

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