Definition
What is National Insurance?
NI funds state pension, NHS, and benefits. 2026 employee rates: 8% above £12,570 up to £50,270, then 2% above. Class 2 (flat £3.45/wk) and Class 4 (6-2%) apply to the self-employed.
Calculators
NI funds state pension, NHS, and benefits. 2026 employee rates: 8% above £12,570 up to £50,270, then 2% above. Class 2 (flat £3.45/wk) and Class 4 (6-2%) apply to the self-employed.
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