ATO To Iron Out False Laundry Claims
June 11, 2019
The ATO will take strong actions against false clothing and laundry work-related expense claims this tax time. Six million taxpayers claimed clothing and work-related laundry expenses in 2018 and the ATO is concerned about the number of people claiming deductions for conventional clothing. The ATO reminds taxpayers that an official dress code, including requirements for retail workers, does not qualify as a uniform and has issued a guide to assist taxpayers.
Taxpayers who cannot substantiate their claims should expect them to be refused and may be penalised for failing to take reasonable care when submitting their tax return.
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