Main Capital Allowances

Plant and Machinery (P&M), Patent Rights, Know-How *25% pa
P&M, except for large firms 40% in first year
IT and Communication Technology Equipment (Small business) 100%
Motor Cars *25%pa max £3,000pa
Enterprise Zone Buildings and Scientific Research 100%
Industrial and Agricultural Buildings, Hotels, Docks, etc †4% pa
P&M in N.Ireland, except for large firms, 4 years to 11.05.02 100%
*reducing balance †straight line  

March 2000 Subject to Finance Act 2000