Would you like to show your employees some appreciation without breaking the bank (or stepping on HMRC's toes)? In the UK, there's a clever way to do this by utilising the "trivial benefits" exemption. This allows you to give tax-free gifts to your team, boosting morale and fostering a positive work environment.
What are Trivial Benefits?
HMRC defines trivial benefits as small, non-cash gifts that you provide to your employees infrequently. To qualify for the tax exemption, these gifts must meet specific criteria:
✅ Cost: Each gift should cost no more than £50 (including VAT).
✅ Non-cash: Avoid cash or cash vouchers.
✅ Non-contractual: These gifts shouldn't be part of any employment contract or salary sacrifice scheme.
✅ No performance reward: They shouldn't be linked to performance targets or work achievements.
Why are Trivial Benefits Important?
💡 Employee morale: Small gestures of appreciation go a long way in building a happy and motivated workforce.
💡 Flexibility: You can give various gifts throughout the year, as long as each one adheres to the £50 limit.
💡 Tax efficient: Both you and your employees save on tax and National Insurance contributions.
And it just so happens you find yourself in the right place for delicious, thoughtful gifts that fit the bill.
You can find our full list with biscuits for every occasion here, but below are a few examples to spark your imagination:
1. Birthday Treats:
📫 Letterbox Biscuits (£22.50*): These charming biscuits are perfectly sized and packaged for posting, making them ideal for remote workers or those with busy schedules. Choose from beautiful award-winning biscuits like our "Happy Birthday box" which can be personalise with the employee's name or age.
📫 12 Days of Kindness biscuit tin (£29.95*): Support your employees that are going through a tough time with a tin filled with jam biscuits impressed with words of affirmation.
2. Festive Cheer:
🎅🏽 Christmas Biscuit Box (£23.50*): Spread some holiday cheer with a festive selection of hand-iced biscuits.
3. "Just Because" Gestures:
❣️ Thank You Biscuits (£22.50*): Show your gratitude with a box of delicious "Thank You" biscuits. A thoughtful way to acknowledge great team players!
❣️ Mixed Biscuit Boxes (£27.50*): Can't decide? Email us to create your branded/personalised mixed box of delicious biscuits, offering something truly unique to your team.
Why The Biskery is a Great Choice for Employee Gifting:
🍪 Handmade with love: The Biskery's biscuits are lovingly handcrafted, adding a personal touch to your employee gifts.🍪 Variety of options: With a wide range of flavours, designs, and price points, you're sure to find something to suit every taste and budget.
🍪 Convenient online ordering: Easily browse and order online, with delivery straight to your office (or your employees' doorsteps!).
Disclaimer: This blog post is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or tax advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for personalised guidance on tax matters.
*Prices are correct at date of publishing Oct 2024, but subject to change.
