We recently received an interesting question from one of our subscribers who was wondering how far the tax exemption for sporting and recreational facilities could be stretched. Our answer
was“further than you might think”.
Published 05.05.2010
You’re considering attending a weekend seminar for work. Because it includes accommodation and meals it’s pricey. If you can get tax relief for it you’ll go, so can a tax deduction be claimed or not?
Published 13.06.2018
There’s no taxable benefit-in-kind for your employees where you spend up to £150 per head on a Christmas party or other annual function. But if your staff consists of just you, will this qualify for
a tax-free knees-up?
Published 03.11.2011
Holiday homes aren’t cheap to buy or run, especially where you meet the cost out of your taxed income. You could instead get your company to pay, but what are the pros and cons of doing this?
Published 10.05.2013
One of your employees is going through a rough time personally and it’s affecting their work. Naturally you want to help them, and not just because it will benefit your business. You’re happy to pay
for counselling, but will this trigger a tax bill?
Published 12.12.2016
One of our subscribers has just taken out a contract on the latest Samsung mobile phone. As she uses it mainly for work she wants to put the cost through her company. What are the tax consequences
for her and her business?
Published 08.04.2021
Your business has relocated to premises with fewer parking spaces. You’ve rented extras in a private car park a fair walk from the office. This can count as a taxable perk for employees who use them
but when does this rule apply?
Published 08.07.2019
One of your suppliers has tickets to next year’s Olympics, and has offered a few to you free of charge. Can the directors and employees of your company use these without getting hit with a tax bill?
Published 07.09.2011
Better weather is finally here and you’re considering a cycle-to-work scheme. The trouble is the companies marketing them set a price cap of £1,000 and you have your eye on a bike worth more. Is
there a way to get what you want?
Published 15.05.2018
With fine weather on the way (fingers crossed!) it’s time to dust off your old bicycle or perhaps invest in a new one. Rather than dip into your own pocket could your company take advantage of HMRC’s
cycle to work scheme?
Published 26.05.2015