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Is an online staff Christmas party a deductible expense?
I am organising to have some food and drinks sent to my staff and we are all meeting on Zoom? Is this a deductible expense?
Since the COVID-19 pandemic some companies moved away from the traditional December Christmas Party. Many companies are planning an online event for their employees.
The good news is that like a traditional Christmas Party, an online party is also a deductible expense.
And it is also worth noting that the cost of the party (including drinks) is not a taxable Benefit in Kind once the expenses are reasonable and the party is available to all employees.
Date published 15 Dec 2021 | Last updated 1 Nov 2023
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