Since picking up the bike I have cycled to school every day, even in the rain although I did draw the line on the day of the high winds. Now that I have invested in a rucksack and got into the routine, it really sets me up for the day. At the end of the day although the thought of the cycle home isn`t so appealing, I find it does wake me up and give me a burst of much needed energy. Plus I have lost a few pounds, in both money terms and weight. I strongly recommend the scheme.
Jane Duncan, N/A, Warwickshire County Council
Welcome to Cyclescheme, the UK’s number one provider of tax free bikes for work through independent bike shops. We are very pleased to help you with information on one of the best government tax breaks so far. Our frequently asked questions should cover most queries on the general running of the scheme.
We also have a full information pack to give to your employer when they contact us on your behalf. Your employer has to be willing to run the scheme before you can get your bike. This is because the scheme can only run through what is known as a salary sacrifice, where you agree to temporarily reduce your wages to pay for the hire of goods – in this case a bike and equipment. The scheme is available to UK tax payers who pay PAYE. Please note that the self-employed cannot take part in the scheme
The good news: once your employer is on board we help them administer the scheme
and you should be on two shiny new wheels before you can say “where are
my cycle clips?”.