Budget 2013 gives tax relief on health interventions
Health coaching is set to be given a boost following the UK government’s introduction of tax relief of up to £500 for employers funding health-related interventions.
In his fourth budget, UK Chancellor George Osborne said, “Companies that look after their employees, and help them return to work after periods of sickness, will get new help through the tax system.”
Until now, tax relief has only been available for organisations that pay for treatment for illnesses or injuries caused by work.
Meanwhile, confidence in the approach has also been boosted following a special Health Coaching...