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Patricia Ferguson

Labour MP for Glasgow West

Elected 2024-07-04

Constituency outline of Glasgow West with neighbours greyed
Glasgow West
£151.1K Expenses claimed · rank #860 of 650
£0 Donations received
1 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 Water Company Regulation
VOTED AGAINST Defence Spending 2.5% GDP

Recent Public Statements

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

Bluesky
It was great to meet with the Royal National Institute for Blind People (RNIB) to talk about tactile paving and accessibility of railway stations Small details like this can make a big difference to blind and partially sighted people’s independence.
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🏆Do you have a local high street hero in Glasgow West? Nominations are open for the Scotland Loves Local Awards 2026, celebrating the people & businesses at the heart of our high streets. Nominate here 👉 bit.ly/4v0xsbJ #ScotlandLovesLocal #sslweek #peoplemakeplaces
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🛡️ Labour is introducing a Tackling State Threats Bill and Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to strengthen national security and improve Britain’s cyber defences.
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📈 Labour is driving economic growth and backing British businesses through the European Partnership Bill and the Regulating for Growth Bill. 🚤 Labour is introducing an Immigration and Asylum Bill to strengthen border security and make the system fairer for everyone.
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Here's four things for Scotland Labour introduced in the King's Speech last week: ⚡️Labour is introducing an Energy Independence Bill to scale up clean British energy, strengthen energy security and protect households from future global shocks.
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Wondering what the King’s Speech means for you? 💼 Stronger economic security 🎓 Opportunities for young people ⚡ Stronger energy security 🛡️ Stronger national security 🏥 Reformed public services This Labour Govt is delivering real change for a stronger, fairer Glasgow West.
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🚗 From today, the UK Labour Govt has banned bots exploiting the driving test system. I previously raised this with the Govt on behalf of constituents having difficulty booking a test. I'm glad they've acted quickly on this issue. Read more below 👉 bit.ly/48ZGQUj
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It was an honour to lay a wreath at Knightswood Cross on behalf of the constituents of Glasgow West on VE Day. An important occasion for reflection, remembrance and gratitude, bringing the community together to honour those who served.
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Said One Thing, Voted Another?

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

Illegal Migration Act Repeal Voted FOR
📈 Labour is driving economic growth and backing British businesses through the European Partnership Bill and the Regulating for Growth Bill. 🚤 Labour is introducing an Immigration and Asylum Bill to strengthen border security and make the system fairer for everyone.
Bluesky post · 2026-05-18
Winter Fuel Payment Cuts Absent / no vote
👵 1.1 million pensioners in Scotland will see their State Pension rise by up to £575, thanks to Labour’s action to ease the cost of living. 📈 Working people are getting help with the cost of living, with wages rising and energy bills cut by £117 on average.
Bluesky post · 2026-04-13
Defence Spending 2.5% GDP Voted AGAINST
Our Armed Forces make extraordinary sacrifices to keep us safe. In June we will come together to show our support on Armed Forces Day. Labour have made £500,000 available for local events. Bid here: armedforcesday.org.uk/get-involved...
Bluesky post · 2026-02-18

Expenses Breakdown

Total: £151,093. Rank: #860 of 650 MPs. Source: IPSA.

Staffing
£94,104
Office
£17,439
Accommodation
£18,365
Travel
£21,185

What They Actually Claimed For

Itemised IPSA claims for the 142 expense lines this MP submitted. Total paid: £159,573. Source: IPSA individualBusinessCosts.

32 items for review
  • £684 Single claim of £684.32 for Council tax (Accommodation) on 15/10/2024.
  • £1,040 Single claim of £1,040.00 for Hotel - London (Accommodation) on 26/07/2024.
  • £585 Single claim of £585.00 for Hotel - London (Accommodation) on 03/09/2024.
  • £2,275 Single claim of £2,275.00 for Rent (Accommodation) on 18/11/2024.
  • £2,275 Single claim of £2,275.00 for Rent (Accommodation) on 04/02/2025.
  • £2,275 Single claim of £2,275.00 for Rent (Accommodation) on 06/01/2025.
  • £2,275 Single claim of £2,275.00 for Rent (Accommodation) on 03/12/2024.
  • £2,275 Single claim of £2,275.00 for Rent (Accommodation) on 04/03/2025.
  • £2,275 Single claim of £2,275.00 for Rent (Accommodation) on 02/12/2024.
  • £2,275 Single claim of £2,275.00 for Rent (Accommodation) on 05/11/2024.
  • £16,846 Single claim of £16,846.31 for Air travel (MP Travel) on 31/03/2025.
  • £780 Single claim of £780.00 for Hotel - London (MP Travel) on 31/03/2025.
  • £746 Single claim of £746.19 for Rail (MP Travel) on 31/03/2025.
  • £909 Single claim of £909.00 for Equipment - purchase (Office furniture) on 25/10/2024.
  • £2,017 Single claim of £2,017.00 for Equipment - purchase (Office furniture) on 25/09/2024.
  • £1,092 Single claim of £1,092.00 for Rent (Office Costs) on 04/02/2025.
  • £1,092 Single claim of £1,092.00 for Rent (Office Costs) on 01/04/2025.
  • £1,092 Single claim of £1,092.00 for Rent (Office Costs) on 03/12/2024.
  • £1,092 Single claim of £1,092.00 for Rent (Office Costs) on 04/03/2025.
  • £910 Single claim of £910.00 for Rent (Office Costs) on 05/11/2024.
  • £1,092 Single claim of £1,092.00 for Rent (Office Costs) on 06/01/2025.
  • £1,149 Single claim of £1,149.36 for Rent (Office Costs) on 18/10/2024.
  • £600 Single claim of £600.00 for Software & applications (Office Costs) on 02/09/2024.
  • £836 Single claim of £836.38 for Software & applications (Office Costs) on 02/09/2024.
  • £727 Single claim of £727.32 for Stationery & printing (Office Costs) on 06/03/2025.

Search the top 30 claims paid

Showing 20 of 30 claims. Total paid £147,584

31/03/2025StaffingPayrollFY 24-25
Total Staffing budget payroll costs for the 2024-25 year0
£91,804
31/03/2025MP TravelAir travelFY 24-25
Aggregated figure for travel during 2024-250
£16,846
07/02/2025StaffingPooled staffing servicesFY 24-25
Parliamentary Research Service (Labour)0
£2,300
18/11/2024AccommodationRentFY 24-25
[***] - Garton Jones Westminster Ltd - Faster Payment Form - October Rent - [***]0
£2,275
04/02/2025AccommodationRentFY 24-25
0
£2,275
06/01/2025AccommodationRentFY 24-25
0
£2,275
03/12/2024AccommodationRentFY 24-25
0
£2,275
04/03/2025AccommodationRentFY 24-25
0
£2,275
02/12/2024AccommodationRentFY 24-25
Monthly rental - September20240
£2,275
05/11/2024AccommodationRentFY 24-25
0
£2,275
25/09/2024Office CostsEquipment - purchaseFY 24-25
Office furniture0
£2,017
31/03/2025Staff TravelAir travelFY 24-25
Aggregated figure for travel during 2024-250
£1,613
25/07/2025Office CostsSoftware & applicationsFY 25-26
ELECTED TECHNOLOGIES0
£1,476
18/10/2024Office CostsRentFY 24-25
[***] - First Rental Payment (Prorated September and full October)0
£1,149
04/02/2025Office CostsRentFY 24-25
0
£1,092
01/04/2025Office CostsRentFY 24-25
0
£1,092
03/12/2024Office CostsRentFY 24-25
0
£1,092
04/03/2025Office CostsRentFY 24-25
0
£1,092
06/01/2025Office CostsRentFY 24-25
0
£1,092
26/07/2024AccommodationHotel - LondonFY 24-25
[***][***][***]4 nights
£1,040

Year on year

FY 24-25 102 claims £151,435
FY 25-26 40 claims £8,138

Travel

£21,185 paid across 0 trips.

Accommodation

£20,276 paid across 7 nights.

Companies House

1 directorship(s) found. 0 active. Network size: 0. Source: Companies House API.

GOOD MORNING PROJECT LIMITED #SC221598 active

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