Very true and I think claiming it to force the test is an acceptable situation. Throwing money away just because you are not sure isn't. Possession is 9/10ths and all that. I think the fact something like this has never been tested is really the proof in the pudding.
Not sure whether this discussion is getting tiring for you but will play devils advocate on your simple view on this for a bit of food for thought.
My client is changing. Ok... nothing arguable (or relevant) here. The rule is about location not client.
My workplace is changing. - Not significantly. 6 miles will work in their favour
My old route to London would be too lengthy and expensive to make sense for the new location. - Routes to clients isn't HMRC's problem so won't factor I don't think.
My new route is different from the moment I walk out the door. - Not significantly in the greater scheme of things. Remember they deal with people who commute the length of the country and even abroad. They just won't agree.
My new journey is significantly cheaper. - I am sorry... I just don't see £240 a month as significant in the greater scheme of things. Argue as you wish, an external organisation will simply not agree.
If you don't agree with my comments then you go for it with a clean conscience.
Not sure whether this discussion is getting tiring for you but will play devils advocate on your simple view on this for a bit of food for thought.
My client is changing. Ok... nothing arguable (or relevant) here. The rule is about location not client.
My workplace is changing. - Not significantly. 6 miles will work in their favour
My old route to London would be too lengthy and expensive to make sense for the new location. - Routes to clients isn't HMRC's problem so won't factor I don't think.
My new route is different from the moment I walk out the door. - Not significantly in the greater scheme of things. Remember they deal with people who commute the length of the country and even abroad. They just won't agree.
My new journey is significantly cheaper. - I am sorry... I just don't see £240 a month as significant in the greater scheme of things. Argue as you wish, an external organisation will simply not agree.
If you don't agree with my comments then you go for it with a clean conscience.
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