1. Introduction
This policy has been developed to provide a clear understanding of the BrisDoc’s principles regarding business travel and expenses. It also sets out the rules and guidance to be followed in authorisation and subsequent reimbursement of travel and related expenses arising out of official duties on behalf of BrisDoc. Travel is an integral part of the work of many staff and it is right that expenses incurred in travelling should be reimbursed. BrisDoc Healthcare Services will reimburse employees for reasonable expenses wholly, necessarily and exclusively incurred in connection with its business. Employees should not be either financially disadvantaged or advantaged because of genuine business expenses. In line with the Government’s aim to promote healthier journeys to work and to reduce environmental pollution BrisDoc also operates a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme.
The purpose of this policy is to provide:
- A structured framework to claiming expenses
- Practical guidance to staff and managers on process and procedure
- Guidance to ensure that travel and expenses are claimed in a consistent, accurate and timely way
- Guidance on mileage allowance
- Guidance on entertainment allowances for line managers