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Chris Murray

Lab Labour Edinburgh East and Musselburgh ID 5245
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At a glance

Chris Murray is currently a Labour MP for Edinburgh East and Musselburgh, and has represented the constituency for 2 years, 0 months. The latest election majority is 3,715. They are most active voting on Crime / Justice. They have voted in 79.0 % of eligible Commons divisions, compared with a Commons average of 72.7 %. For financial year 2024-25, Chris Murray submitted £194,520 of expenses, which is 14 % lower than the average MP. Asked 16 parliamentary questions in the last 12 months.

Parliamentary activity snapshot

Current activity signals from votes, debates, questions, sponsored bills, and topic coverage. This is not a performance score. Most recent activity: 1 Jul 2026.

Voting participation 79.0 %
MP
79 %
Avg
73 %
Rank 224 of 650 — higher than 66% of MPs
Debates 36
MP
36
Avg
70.9
44 contributions across 36 appearances Rank 495 of 650 — less than 76% of MPs
Questions asked 16
MP
16
Avg
127.6
Rank 472 of 650 — fewer than 73% of MPs

Voting alignment

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Based only on divisions where both MPs recorded comparable Aye/No votes. Tellers, absences, abstentions, and missing votes are excluded.

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Parliamentary history

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Party affiliations, constituency changes, parliamentary roles, and election results. In the Commons for 2 years, 0 months. Majority of 3,715. 7 role(s) recorded.

Voting record

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Voted in 445 of 563 eligible divisions (79.0 %).

Parliamentary activity

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36 debate appearances and 44 contributions in the last 12 months. Tabled 16 parliamentary questions in the last 12 months.

Expenses

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Total spend of £194,520 in the 2024-25 financial year.

Registered interests

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Interests registered across 3 categories.

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FAQs

Who is Chris Murray?

Chris Murray is a Member of Parliament representing Edinburgh East and Musselburgh. Source

Which party does Chris Murray represent?

Chris Murray currently represents Labour. Source

Which constituency does Chris Murray represent?

Chris Murray currently represents Edinburgh East and Musselburgh. Source

How long has Chris Murray been an MP?

Chris Murray has been in the House of Commons for 2 years, 0 months. Source

What registered interests are listed for Chris Murray?

Chris Murray has registered interests in 3 imported categories. These come from the UK Parliament registered interests data. Source