In the UK only:
Although vocational and educational training is allowable for tax in any other industry, Brown has deemed that flying training is not allowable - this was done on the premise that it is a pastime for rich people, with no regard for those of us who pay for training with an aim to employment.
Unfortunately to get your tax back you will have to change Gordon's mind - or vote him out of course.
Ropey - as a scheme run by the company, it will probably be VAT free anyway for your contribution, as they will be able to claim back against their VATable supplies.
Last edited by Re-Heat; 8th Aug 2004 at 18:09.