A payslip shows gross pay, deductions and net pay.
Common lines
- Income Tax.
- National Insurance.
- Pension contribution.
- Student loan, if applicable.
Check the tax code and report errors to payroll.
Sources
- Payslips (gov.uk)
- Income Tax rates and Personal Allowance (gov.uk)
- National Insurance rates and categories (gov.uk)
Last checked 22 Oct 2026. Rules change, so confirm on gov.uk.
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