You probably don't want me to tell you that you used to be able to get the some VAT back on the PPL until Gordon Brown stood up in the commons and announced he was closing a loop hole that was being abused by rich playboys learning to fly... NVQ tax relief was the deal.
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My understanding from 'those who know' (i.e. accountants) is that you can still claim back some VAT on CPL training, although it's not as easy as it once was.
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