Re: HMRC and Tax
ref PAYE, not really. You can go self assessment if you like. There are quite a few things the average person can claim back if they liked. Uniform laundry, some union subs, travel expenses out of pocket that aren't refunded (ever been to the bank in your own car in works time?)
It does add up and is worth the 25 mins each year that it takes to fill one it. I usually get £150 or so back so I think it is worth it.