(British) The national system whereby income tax and national insurance is deducted by an employer from the salary or wages of an employee.
(British) The national system whereby income tax and national insurance is deducted by an employer from the salary or wages of an employee.
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(UK, Ireland) A system of taxes paid by workers and employers, used primarily to fund state benefits.
(British) A payment method where the charge of a service is taken automatically, usually in small amounts, after the usage, in contrast of paying before usage. Used especially of mobile phones and transport ticketing.
(economics) A financial policy by which capital projects are financed from current revenue in the operating budget rather than through borrowing.
(British) Money paid to an employee on sick leave.
(US) A periodic payment, usually in the form of a paper check, received by an employee from an employer for work performed.