Fast food delivery driver fuel claim?

Can a Sole Trader fast food delivery driver claim for fuel or mileage?

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I have just started my bookkeeping business and been approached by a Sole Trader to do his books. He has set up a company delivering food. He has provided me with all the receipts including fuel. Can he claim on fuel receipts? 

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Maz

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By lionofludesch
05th Dec 2017 17:46

Has he used this fuel for delivering food ?

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By Maz Miah
06th Dec 2017 08:55

He has used fuel for both business and private use.

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By lionofludesch
06th Dec 2017 09:04

And is he a sole trader or is he trading through a company ?

Or both.

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By Chris.Mann
06th Dec 2017 07:58

"I have just started my bookkeeping business"

This https://www.gov.uk/expenses-if-youre-self-employed might be useful?

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By mrme89
06th Dec 2017 08:46

'Approached by a sole trader'
'Who has set up a company'
'Can he claim on fuel receipts'

What he can claim depends on what capacity he is claiming.

You need to get your facts straight and provide more information.

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By Chris.Mann
06th Dec 2017 09:07

mrme89 wrote:

'Approached by a sole trader'
'Who has set up a company'
'Can he claim on fuel receipts'

What he can claim depends on what capacity he is claiming.

You need to get your facts straight and provide more information.

And, with the greatest respect, be specific.
In other words, is the new prospect a sole trader, as you suggest or, a new (limited liability) company, as you might also be suggesting?

There are distinct differences in the status of these entities and, you'll certainly find on here, these issues are important considerations.

Also, provide as much "detail" as you can, so that the members don't have to; decipher or assume elements of the enquiry.

Also be ready for some (sometimes) stern and honest replies. You'll soon form a thick skin!

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