Working from home tax breaks are blessed relief

HOME DISCOMFORTS But you could be getting reimbursements for home working

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MY FRIEND says I could be claiming tax breaks as I work from home and my husband could also as he has to wear a uniform daily. Is that right?

Yes, you could, and it's definitely worth checking. With many people feeling the pinch, even small refunds can make a difference.

If you're required by your employer to work from home and this increases household bills, you could claim tax relief for some of the extra costs.

HMRC offers a flat-rate option and you usually don't need receipts. The important thing is that working from home must be a condition of your job.

Your husband may be eligible for a uniform tax rebate if he wears a uniform or protective clothing and looks after it himself. It's a fixed amount depending on the job and claims are backdated up to four years.