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title: "The \"tax tail\" shouldn't wag the \"investment dog\"!"
description: Computer equipment is eligible for Rishi Sunak's Capital Allowances 'super deduction.
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# [The "tax tail" shouldn't wag the "investment dog"!](https://www.thefinalstep.co.uk/bytesizebulletins/capital-allowances-super-deduction)

 Written by [Simon Heath](https://www.thefinalstep.co.uk/bytesizebulletins/author/simon-heath) | Apr 7, 2021

 

No one should buy things that they don't need, but now may be a good time to revamp your IT kit and get a tax rebate...

 

Rishi Sunak's budget on 3 March 2021 announced the **Capital Allowance 'super deduction'**.

 

Between 1 April 2021 and 31 March 2023 companies get enhanced tax relief on new (but, not second-hand) capital investments. Computing equipment and office furniture is eligible.

 

Of course, it makes sense to check the small print and ask your accountant. Here is the link to the [Government's fact sheet](https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/967202/Super_deduction_factsheet.pdf).

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