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26 Jul 2023: Download this policy in PDF format This policy sets out the rules and key principles in relation to the incurring, reclaiming, and processing of expenses for employees. The supporting annex provides claimants with an overview of the conditions

28 Jul 2023: This annex to the Employee Expenses policy clarifies the common expense types which are regarded as appropriate to incur whilst undertaking University business.

3 Apr 2024: This webpage is currently under construction and will be live shortly.

26 Jun 2023: Policies set parameters for decision-making. Compliance with policies is mandatory. Employee Expenses Policy Policy against Bribery and Corruption Anti slavery and Anti-trafficking policy Foreign Exchange (FX) Management for Research Policy

8 Aug 2023: tax legislation. insurance requirements to ensure that the University maintains its duty of care to its employees.

16 Oct 2023: these types of expenses, whilst aligning with statutory and tax requirements.

28 Jul 2023: Before undertaking any business travel, employees must consider whether the business purpose can be achieved without needing to travel. Virtual meetings can offer an efficient (in terms of both time and cost) and sustainable alternative to physical

18 Mar 2024: This webpage is under construction, and the full chapter is awaiting approval. Pending approval of the chapter, these are the current procedures for specific non-employee expense reimbursement. Please bear in mind that there is still work going on

1 Aug 2023: Any deviations from the Expenses policy must adhere to the key principles and be authorised by the Head of Institution. A record of the extenuating circumstances must be kept for audit purposes.

17 Apr 2024: A supplier portal is an integrated online platform, shared by businesses and their vendors, used for submitting documents which can include contracts, electronic purchase orders, invoices for payment, and related information.

1 Aug 2023: Claims must be submitted via the Concur system approved by the Finance Division. Claims for out-of-pocket reimbursements, e.g., paid for using a personal payment card, must be submitted no later then 3 months from the date the expenditure was

1 Aug 2023: Generally, the University will neither pay nor reimburse the costs of personal healthcare. Tax treatment of health and wellbeing costs This table forms part of the Employee Expenses policy. Any deviations from the policy must adhere to the key

17 Apr 2024: Debt Status. Requirement for recovery. Provable. There is a contractual agreement (under the correct customer name or legal entity).

28 Jul 2023: Gifts to employees for birthdays and other occasions are considered personal, non-business expenditure and must not be claimed via expenses. Tax treatment for gifts and individual recognition This table forms part of the Employee Expenses policy.

16 Apr 2024: The table lists common activities that are more likely to present a risk of non-payment and customer disputes.

1 Aug 2023: This section forms part of the Employee Expenses policy. Any deviations from the policy must adhere to the key principles and be authorised by the Head of Institution. Where appropriate, any claims must also align to the funder’s terms and

26 Mar 2024: It has already been established that budgets are an important method through which to monitor and control actual versus planned activity. However, to carry this out effectively it is important to spread the budget across the months of the financial

28 Jul 2023: All expenses must be incurred in accordance with the following five key principles. 1.

17 Apr 2024: The University’s Standard Terms and Conditions separately outline the charges that the buyer is liable to if they cancel the order for the goods and services before the goods are delivered or the services performed.9 9 STC, Clause 7.1 Latest

8 Aug 2023: This policy is owned by the Director of Finance on behalf of the Finance Committee. Heads of Institution are responsible for ensuring that all expense claims are in line with this policy, the Annex: How to apply the policy, and the related

1 Aug 2023: In some circumstances, individuals may be permitted to incur and reclaim some business costs relating to them personally. Tax treatment of training, development and subscriptions This table forms part of the Employee Expenses policy.

17 Apr 2024: After an invoice has been issued it may sometimes be necessary to make a correction to it which will usually take the form of a credit memo (commonly referred to as credit notes).

1 Aug 2023: The Annex to this policy provides additional information for claimants, setting out details of expenses that are appropriate to incur whilst on University business. The Financial Procedures Manual, Chapter 5b, gives further information and possible

16 Apr 2024: Normally used for the sale of goods and should be considered for UK sales over £10,000, and for non-UK sales over £5,000. The guarantee can stipulate specific terms and conditions.

28 Jul 2023: The provision of hospitality, especially that provided externally, must be for the benefit of the University. Examples of business benefit situations This section forms part of the Employee Expenses policy. Any deviations from the policy must adhere

16 Apr 2024: Where using standard credit terms is not applicable, payment in advance is the recommended option.

28 Jul 2023: Non-alcoholic drinks. There is no requirement for these to accompany a meal.

26 Jun 2023: Overnight accommodation should only be booked where the employee cannot reasonably be expected to make a return journey on the same day. Accommodation for absences of extended duration Where possible, regulated accommodation should be booked and

16 Apr 2024: Credit checks on non-limited businesses can be conducted but the information is very basic as there is no legal requirement for non-limited businesses to make any of their financial

1 Aug 2023: Non-urgent requirements are to be accommodated through the normal (institution) procurement channels.

2 Aug 2023: Flying economy class would be detrimental due to disability or health requirements. ... More expensive, fully flexible fares should not be used where flexibility in travel arrangements is not a business requirement.

2 Aug 2023: This table forms part of the Employee Expenses policy. Any deviations from the policy must adhere to the key principles and be authorised by the Head of Institution. It is to be applied in conjunction with the Sustainable Business Travel values, and,

28 Jul 2023: Employees are responsible for ensuring that they have valid passports, and appropriate visas/right to work documentation, for overseas business travel. Tax treatment for additional overseas travel costs This table forms part of the Employee Expenses

2 Aug 2023: This table forms part of the Employee Expenses policy. Any deviations from the policy must adhere to the key principles and be authorised by the Head of Institution. It is to be applied in conjunction with the Business Travel values, and, where

2 Aug 2023: This table forms part of the Employee Expenses policy. Any deviations from the policy must adhere to the key principles and be authorised by the Head of Institution. It is to be applied in conjunction with the Business Travel values, and, where