Mileage and allowances
Rates for Department of Health bodies including the NHS are set centrally by the Secretary of State for Health. They will not necessarily be the same rates as those paid to executives who are employees of the Department.
Similarly, other Government bodies have rates set centrally by their Ministers and these may vary on a case by case basis.
Current Mileage Rate
| Engine size | p per mile | up to | then p per mile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 1500cc | 43p | 7,500 miles | 18.3p |
| Over 1500cc | 53p | 7,500 miles | 20.5p |
Subsistence Rates
| Perioud of Absence | Rate Payable |
|---|---|
| 5 – 10 hours (1 meal) | £5 |
| 10 – 12 hours (2 meals) | £10 |
| Over 12 hours (3 meals) | £15 |
| Rate | |
|---|---|
| Bed and breakfast |
Receipted costs up to £100 per night Receipted costs up to £120 per night in Central London |
| Meal allowance | £22.50 |
| Non-commercial arrangement (e.g. staying with friends or relatives) | £27.50 |
Carer Expenses
Chairs and non-executives can claim re-imbursement of expenses incurred while on NHS business in relation to the provision of a carer for any relatives for whom he / she is responsible. The carer responsibility may be for a child or an elderly or infirm relative. The expenses must be receipted and in line with costs of providing such care in the locality.