HMRC offering thousands of Brits who work from home free 140 payment
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The article discusses the eligibility criteria for UK workers to claim tax relief from HMRC when working from home, particularly due to COVID-19. Thousands can receive financial relief if their employer mandates remote work, showing they incurred additional household expenses. Employees can claim a flat rate of £6 per week without receipts, but if expenses exceed this, they must provide evidence. Tax rates vary for relief, favoring higher earners. This outlines potential annual tax savings based on one's taxpayer bracket, reaching up to £140. It emphasizes the importance of documentation for claims.
Thousands of Brits who work remotely can claim up to £140 back from HMRC under certain conditions, primarily if they are required to work from home.
HMRC allows employees working from home to claim a flat rate of £6 per week. If costs exceed this, employees can claim a higher tax relief with evidence.
For basic rate taxpayers, the relief amounts to £1.20 per week, while higher rate and additional rate taxpayers can claim more, yielding significant yearly savings.
To qualify for tax relief, evidence is necessary that proves the necessity of working from home, alongside government restrictions to enforce this.
Read at www.thenorthernecho.co.uk
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