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Andy Burnham says he will give 15% of his MP’s pay to local causes

The Guardian World Friday 26 June 2026, 17:16 UTC By Ben Quinn Political correspondent 1 min read
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New member for Makerfield and expected next prime minister joins other MPs who donate some or all of their payAndy Burnham has said he will be donating 15% of his MP’s salary to local causes in his constituency of Makerfield. An MP’s salary currently stands at £98,599 and a number of MPs currently donate all of their salary or a part of it to charities and causes in the areas they represent.

New member for Makerfield and expected next prime minister joins other MPs who donate some or all of their pay

Andy Burnham has said he will be donating 15% of his MP’s salary to local causes in his constituency of Makerfield.

An MP’s salary currently stands at £98,599 and a number of MPs currently donate all of their salary or a part of it to charities and causes in the areas they represent.

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