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VAT on Xmas Decorations

13-12-2013 01:16PM

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cd1985

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Hi,
Could someone tell me if you can claim the VAT back on the christmas decorations bought for the office?

Thanks

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#2 13-12-2013 02:56PM

nompere

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Why not? To my mind, in tax terms, there's no difference between the cost of the Christmas decorations and the cost of a pot of paint to improve the look of the front door.

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#3 13-12-2013 05:57PM

Maidhci

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Depends on the goodwill of the IOT - in this instance, I consider that he/she might be considered a scrooge for disallowing such expenses!!!!

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#4 14-12-2013 05:10AM

April O Neill II

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If you could them under staff entertainment costs, then maybe? It's not exactly entertainment, but helps boost staff morale. It's worth a shot, and like the above post said, is probably going to be down to the discretion of the individual who deals with your expenses claim.

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#5 16-12-2013 01:49PM

oisinbutler

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Sure you can

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