Income tax is the tax you pay on most types of income—including earnings from work, pensions, savings interest, and rental profits. The amount you pay depends on how much you earn and which tax band you fall into, with rates set by the government each year. Most people’s income tax is deducted automatically by their employer, but if you’re self-employed or have complex finances, you’ll need to report and pay it yourself via Self Assessment.
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