And did you know that if you’re self employed you can claim allowable business expenses for any training that helps you improve the skills and knowledge you use in your business. So that includes any CPD training to keep your current skills updated, or if the training is required to maintain membership of a professional body. But you can’t claim for training courses and degrees that help you start a new business or expand into new areas of business, including anything related to your current business. Got any questions? Let us know in the comments. ‌ ‌ #needanaccountant #essexaccountant #supportingsmes #businessadviceuk #uktaxadvice #smallbusinessadvice #accountingfirm #leighonsea #leighonsealife #leighonseaessex #leighonseabusiness