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childminder tax expenses - help gratefully received

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sydenhamhiller · 11/01/2011 13:24

(Feel this needs a disclaimer - i've posted this 2x now, and bit it never makes the board....HMRC conspiracy? :o) )

I am new, and first year I have 'do' the scary tax thing. HMRC states:
"Reasonable estimates for the costs of food and drink provided for the children being cared for are acceptable and receipts will not be required."

What is a reasonable estimate for breakfast/ lunch? A friend charges ÂŁ2.50 per child for lunch, but this seems a bit steep... Or not? I know I really should go and work out how much it costs me to make a shepherd's pie, then divide it by about 8 portions... but thought I'd try and pick CM club brains :o)

Thanks in advance!

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