TranslateRates for meals
From 1 January 2026, the following HMRC rates apply for claims of subsistence:
- £5.00 for travel of five hours or more (£10.00 supplement if travel is ongoing at 8pm)
- £10.00 for travel of 10 hours or more (£10.00 supplement if travel is ongoing at 8pm)
- £25.00 for travel of 15 hours or more (and ongoing at 8pm)
Authorised car users’ mileage rates
| Users' mileage | Rate |
|---|---|
| Per mile - first 10,000 miles | 45 pence |
| Per mile - next 10,000 miles | 25 pence |
Vehicles via the Council’s Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Hybrid cars are treated as either petrol or diesel for fuel rates. The rates change on a quarterly basis. Full information is found on the Scottish Government website for Advisory Fuel Rates.
Motorcycle and Bicycle rates
| Vehicle | Rate |
|---|---|
| Motorcycle - per mile | 24 pence |
| Bicycle - per mile | 20 pence |
Interview expenses – mileage rate
The mileage rate per mile is 10 pence for interview expenses.
Disturbance rate for overnight stays
The Disturbance rate for overnight stays is £5.00 per night.
Excess travelling rate
The excess travelling rate per mile (for authorised car users only) is 12.7 pence.