What out-of-pocket expenses can a Police Support Volunteer (PSV) claim back?
• Pre-determined out-of-pocket expenses incurred in the course of volunteering for the Constabulary may be reimbursed, usually on a monthly basis. • Travel to and from the place of volunteering activity, and travel while volunteering can be reimbursed. Actual travel mileage can be claimed at the recommended HM Revenue and Customs approved mileage rate. Public transport and parking costs can be claimed in full, subject to supporting receipts. • Under certain circumstances, the use of taxis may be required, for which reimbursement needs to be approved in advance and supporting receipts will be required. • Private vehicles belonging to PSVs are not covered by the Force’s Motor Fleet policy. It is the PSV’s responsibility to ensure the adequacy of his or her own private motor policy for potential business use. Insurers should confirm that this is covered under the definition of use of ‘social domestic pleasure purposes’ and ‘volunteering use’.
