Tax rebait on tools purchased for work as an employee?

[V8 Stang]

Im an employed electrician in the coach-building industry (mostly motorsport trailers), i have been employed by the business since 2019 (prior to this i was self employed).

I tend to purchase my own tools for my job, and am not re-imbursed by the company for them.

Ive just worked out (most are bought on Amazon) i have spent £2006.15 on tools since i have been employed (18 months).

I was just idly wondering if i am able to claim tax back on any of this, like i was able to when i was self employed?

I have found this website after a google: https://www.taxrebates.co.uk/mechanics/
Which seems to suggest this is doable for mechanics, so don't see the difference to a electrician?
It looks like this website will do the paperwork for you, but take 25% for themselves!

So wondering if anyone has any knowledge around this, and is it just a simple form i can fill out myself?

Cheers

[PorkInsider]

Try here https://www.tax.service.gov.uk/claim-tax-relief-ex...

I think you need to look at 'other' expenses because the 'tools' bit in the list is for repairing and replacing small tools not buying them.

[Pothole]

anonymous said:

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Do you mean "your employer"?

[V8 Stang]

PorkInsider said:

Try here https://www.tax.service.gov.uk/claim-tax-relief-ex...

I think you need to look at 'other' expenses because the 'tools' bit in the list is for repairing and replacing small tools not buying them.

Thanks, will take a look here. Looks like you can apply online, i already have a HMRC login/account.

anonymous said:

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Not really, its the norm to own your own hand/power tools in this industry.

[V8 Stang]

anonymous said:

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Basic hand/power tools are not provided. only specialist tools are provided.

[Countdown]

A couple of places where I worked, a non-taxable tool allowance was paid. it wasn't much (£20 pcm) but it was meant to cover wear and tear on the Employee's tools.

[55palfers]

V8 Stang said:

PorkInsider said:

Try here https://www.tax.service.gov.uk/claim-tax-relief-ex...

I think you need to look at 'other' expenses because the 'tools' bit in the list is for repairing and replacing small tools not buying them.

Thanks, will take a look here. Looks like you can apply online, i already have a HMRC login/account.

anonymous said:

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Not really, its the norm to own your own hand/power tools in this industry.

Is there a regime for the employer to periodically inspect your power tools per the requirements of PUWER?

[808 Estate]

I used the online gov form. I had to provide invoices and a letter form work, but got 20% of almost a grand expendature back.
The following year, they issued the refund without question, but it was a much smaller maount.

Edited by 808 Estate on Wednesday 13th January 20:50