Did you know that paramedics can claim tax rebates for such items as uniform cleaning, professional registration and professional body membership? That includes making a claim for your membership of the College of Paramedics.

Clare Merrills, Head of PR, Press & Digital Communications at HMRC explains to Gary Strong how to set up an account and make a claim. Clare and Gary discuss what sort of claims can be made, the pros and cons of using an agent and the importance of claiming everything to which you are entitled.

Some information from HMRC:

Submitting a claim through HMRC’s online portal is straightforward and takes about 15 minutes. Customers can use the handy online tool to check eligibility and a full list of work expenses they can claim including: 

·     uniforms and work clothing  

·     buying work-related equipment 

·     professional fees, union memberships, and subscriptions 

·     using their own vehicle for work travel (excluding journey from home to work)  

Customers who already have a Government Gateway account can follow the step-by-step guidance to submit their claim. Those who need to set an account up can do so quickly and easily via GOV.UK.