How much of our pay goes to the Government?
I can explain what information can be found on a payslip and how much of our pay goes to the Government.
How much of our pay goes to the Government?
I can explain what information can be found on a payslip and how much of our pay goes to the Government.
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Key learning points
- A portion of our earnings is deducted by the Government for taxes like Income Tax and National Insurance.
- The amount of government deductions is shown to us on our payslip. This will show other deducations too such as pension.
- Income Tax is a progressive tax whereas National Insurance is a regressive tax.
Keywords
Tax - the charges imposed by the Government on citizens and corporations to finance some of its spending
Income Tax - a compulsory tax on earnings from employment collected by the Government to fund public services
National Insurance - contributions paid from money earned to enable individuals to qualify for certain benefits and the State Pension
Common misconception
Everyone pays the same rate of tax regardless of their salary.
The UK operates a progressive taxation system so people pay more if they earn more, according to the Government's band system.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
doing what is morally right, fair and good
taking money from a lender with the intention of paying it back
when you spend more money than you have from your bank account
putting money into something with the aim of making a profit
Exit quiz
6 Questions
charges on employment earnings collected for public services
charges imposed by the Government on citizens and corporations
contributions paid for people to qualify for certain benefits