Before I start, yes I have asked my accountant and am awaiting a response, I just like to also check these types of things on the forum just as they may be niche and a second opinion is always good. If I have missed something on my forum search I'd appreciated being shown in the right direction.
My last contract finished a couple of months back and I have been on the bench (well a couple of odd 2 or 3 days roles, but nothing serious.) My lease on my flat was up anyway, so while on the bench I have been couch surfing while I decided on the next role., with my stuff in storage. (I was debating between roles in Edinburgh and London so didn't want to commit to a flat until I had a signed contract, and my flat was in Milton Keynes so no point in me staying there anyway.)
I now have a new role and am house hunting, but I expect it to take a couple of weeks at least to find somewhere. Question is during that period can I claim hotels, commute costs etc? Am I away from home for work, or as I don't actually have a home at the moment would my hotel be counted as my residence and hence not be eligible? I can see both sides. Anyone had a similar situation?
Cheers in advance.
My last contract finished a couple of months back and I have been on the bench (well a couple of odd 2 or 3 days roles, but nothing serious.) My lease on my flat was up anyway, so while on the bench I have been couch surfing while I decided on the next role., with my stuff in storage. (I was debating between roles in Edinburgh and London so didn't want to commit to a flat until I had a signed contract, and my flat was in Milton Keynes so no point in me staying there anyway.)
I now have a new role and am house hunting, but I expect it to take a couple of weeks at least to find somewhere. Question is during that period can I claim hotels, commute costs etc? Am I away from home for work, or as I don't actually have a home at the moment would my hotel be counted as my residence and hence not be eligible? I can see both sides. Anyone had a similar situation?
Cheers in advance.
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