Disallowable expenses are costs that HMRC won’t let you deduct from your business income when working out your tax bill. These might include personal expenses, client entertaining, or fines and penalties. If an expense isn’t “wholly and exclusively” for business, it’s likely to be disallowable. Knowing the difference between allowable and disallowable expenses helps keep your tax return accurate and above board.
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