Claiming for working at home

Claiming for working at home

Employees who are working at home may be entitled to claim tax relief on certain work-related expenses. Where such costs are not reimbursed by the employer, either by direct payment or an allowance, employees can submit a claim for tax relief directly to HMRC....
The Employment Allowance – what you can claim

The Employment Allowance – what you can claim

As of April 2025, more employers can claim the increased £10,500 Employment Allowance thanks to relaxed eligibility rules. This increase will help employers reduce some of the impact of the recent increases in employers' NIC. The Employment Allowance...
Use HMRC app and be job-ready this summer

Use HMRC app and be job-ready this summer

Starting work this summer? Download the free HMRC app to get your NI number, check your tax code and stay on the right pay. Young people finishing exams and entering the job market this summer are being urged by HMRC to download the HMRC app. The app is a free tool...
Employing your family

Employing your family

Employing family members can work well, but it does not mean you can skip the rules. HMRC expects full compliance on pay, tax, pensions, and working conditions—just as with any other employee. When a new employee is added to the payroll it is the employers'...
How to check employment status

How to check employment status

HMRC’s CEST tool gets a revamp from 30 April 2025, with clearer questions and updated guidance to help users decide employment status for tax—plus stronger backing from HMRC. In a Written Ministerial Statement delivered on 28 April, the Exchequer Secretary...
Tax relief if required to work from home

Tax relief if required to work from home

If employees must work from home and their employer does not reimburse certain costs, they may be entitled to claim tax relief. Understanding the rules for household expenses, business travel, and equipment purchases is key to making a successful claim. Eligibility to...