Class 1 Contributions

Class 1 Contributions are payments made by employees and their employers to the National Insurance scheme in the UK. These contributions fund benefits like state pensions, unemployment support, and healthcare. Employees' contributions are automatically deducted from their wages, while employers also contribute on their behalf. The amount paid depends on earnings, with higher wages resulting in higher contributions. These payments help build entitlement to various social security benefits and ensure the system remains financially sustainable. Essentially, Class 1 Contributions are the core payments that support the UK's social safety net and public services for working individuals.