A&A accounts and mileage: the flat rate payable

You are only entitled to claim the cost of travel, including mileage, where a fee is chargeable for the travel.

We pay a flat rate mileage allowance of 45 pence per mile which is applicable to:

  • Solicitors
  • Counsel
  • Expert witnesses

This rate does not apply to foreign language interpreters which is covered under separate guidance.

In line with HM Revenue and Customs rules, mileage attracts VAT which forms part of the authorised expenditure.

You can also claim any reasonable outlays payable up to the limit of the authorised expenditure.

A&A accounts and counsel’s fees: demonstrating work was reasonable, and procedure for payment
Reimbursement of outlays: circumstances in which reimbursement is available

In this section

The account - outlays

A&A accounts: test applied for whether outlays charged are allowable

This page sets out the tests applied in the assessment of A&A accounts in determining whether outlays will be paid.

The account - outlays

A&A accounts and increases: authorised level of expenditure not automatically payable

This page sets out the position on the assessment of accounts – including claims from expert witnesses - in relation to the authorised level of expenditure.

The account - outlays

A&A accounts and counsel’s fees: demonstrating work was reasonable, and procedure for payment

Find out about how counsel fees are assessed under advice and assistance, the relationship with the authorised level of expenditure, and how you will be paid.

The account - outlays

Reimbursement of outlays: circumstances in which reimbursement is available

Learn about when you can apply for interim payment of outlays under A&A, and the criteria we use in assessing these requests.

The account - outlays

A&A outlays and payment for expert reports: requirement of prior approval

Find out about the circumstances in which we will abate payments for expert witnesses and reports.

The account - outlays

Outlays payable for experts located at a distance from the tribunal: information you should provide

Read about how we assess A&A outlays for experts who are located at a distance from the tribunal, and information you should provide to us on this issue.