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NB16 · 01/11/2024 07:05

I started a new job which requires travelling. I’ve claimed for my miles and lunch sometimes when I’m on business long distance. It was no issue in my last job but other people in this job don’t seem to do it as much and were quite shocked that I did. I don’t take the piss as in my last job people claimed for coffees buns as well as lunch. I’m getting worried I’m seen as unreasonable. My expenses are always approved and I’m always honest and make sure I keep receipts. I don’t go to the most expensive places. I don’t really see what the issue is if you’re allowed to. I am currently pregnant and trying to save as much as I can. It did annoy me as someone had told other people I done this abd now I’m worried I look like a tight asshole

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Chattenoire · 01/11/2024 07:11

I expense everything!

TheChosenTwo · 01/11/2024 07:10

You’re getting them approved so it’s obviously fine.
I don’t claim for everything as the process is annoying but I do work with some people who do, I don’t think they’re tight (and so what if they are, I don’t know their financial circumstances) but I do think they’re more diligent than me.
You must have a policy re expenses outlining what you’re entitled to?

DarkForces · 01/11/2024 07:08

There should be a policy explaining exactly what you can claim and when. Of course you're not supposed to be out of pocket for working but there should be clear limits on what's covered

Ellieostomy · 01/11/2024 07:07

If you’re allowed to and they’re getting approved, I see no issue. At least you now know not to tell the person who’s telling everyone else anything else, they’re clearly a gossip.

don’t worry, you’re not doing anything wrong and others might just be annoyed at themselves for not doing it, not at you for doing it.

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