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Written question asked by Wendy Morton (Conservative) on Wednesday, 7 May 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 May 2025. It was answered by James Murray (Labour) on Monday, 12 May 2025 on behalf of the Treasury.


Apprentices: Employers' Contributions

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what steps she is taking to ensure businesses are aware of National Insurance contributions relief for employers with apprentices under 25.

Answer

HMRC maintains comprehensive Gov.uk guidance to help employers understand the Class 1 NICs relief for apprentices under the age of 25, which has been in place since 2016. It can be found here: Paying employer National Insurance contributions for apprentices under 25 - GOV.UK.

Beyond the NICs relief, the Government is committed to supporting apprenticeships as a key component of its growth mission to achieve growth. The Autumn Budget provided £40 million to help to deliver new foundation and shorter apprenticeships in key sectors.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
50506
Session
2024-26
Related items
Apprentices: Employers' Contributions
Thursday, 5 June 2025
Written questions
House of Commons
Grouped for answer
Yes
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Business Apprentices Employers' contributions
Link
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