National Insurance
National Insurance contributions are payments which build up and
help you to qualify for certain benefits including the basic state
pension, incapacity benefit and maternity allowance. They are
managed by HM Revenue and Customs. If you were employed by a
company they would pay your National Insurance contributions on
your behalf but, as a self-employed person, you will need to
arrange to pay these yourself.
You can find out more about National Insurance contributions at
http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/ or call
HMRC’s newly self-employed helpline on 0845 915 4515 if you are
starting out, or the National Insurance self-employed helpline on
0845 915 4655.
Support for NCMA members
NCMA members can access extra information and support with all
aspect of being self-employed. Simply log into My NCMA members' area for more support and
information.