Too many restrictions on what cannot be claimed as expenses, e.g. had to work from hotel abroad so needed internet access, but internet access is "not a business expense" as it cannot be proven it was required wholly for business purposes - so how are you supposed to prove this then?
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Make it a client chargeable expense. HTH.Originally posted by MPwannadecentincome View PostToo many restrictions on what cannot be claimed as expenses, e.g. had to work from hotel abroad so needed internet access, but internet access is "not a business expense" as it cannot be proven it was required wholly for business purposes - so how are you supposed to prove this then?If your company is the best place to work in, for a mere £500 p/d, you can advertise here. -
The rain falls on the just and the unjust fella,
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yeah - tried to - didn't manage to get it during negotiationsOriginally posted by pmeswani View PostMake it a client chargeable expense. HTH.
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