by | Aug 6, 2026 | National Insurance
The Employment Allowance can help eligible employers reduce their National Insurance costs by up to £10,500 each tax year. The allowance reduces an employer’s Class 1 National Insurance liability and is applied automatically through payroll once a valid...
by | Jul 2, 2026 | National Insurance
Employers are reminded that Class 1A National Insurance contributions (NICs) for the 2025–26 tax year must be paid by 19 July 2026 (or 22 July 2026 if paying electronically) to avoid penalties. These payments relate to the benefits in kind provided to employees...
by | Jun 18, 2026 | National Insurance
Your National Insurance record can be checked online to see what contributions and credits you have built up and whether you have any gaps that may affect your State Pension. The record shows how much National Insurance you have paid up to the start of the current tax...
by | Jun 11, 2026 | National Insurance
Many people are unaware that gaps in their National Insurance (NI) record can affect their entitlement to the State Pension and certain state benefits. In some cases, it may be worthwhile to consider making voluntary NI contributions to fill these gaps. Gaps can arise...
by | May 7, 2026 | National Insurance
National Insurance contributions that relate to employee benefits are known as Class 1A National Insurance contributions. Employers must pay these National Insurance contributions on most work-related benefits provided to employees, such as a company mobile phone or...
by | May 7, 2026 | National Insurance
Most self-employed people are required to pay Class 4 National Insurance contributions (NICs). Class 4 NICs are payable if their profits are £12,570 or more a year. Class 4 NIC rates are currently 6% for chargeable profits between £12,570 and...
