Just had my 3rd payslip. Deductions (tax/NI) are 48% of the gross. I guess Mr Taxman has caught up with me. Boo hoo.
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Being a permie sucks
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Originally posted by Moose423956 View PostJust had my 3rd payslip. Deductions (tax/NI) are 48% of the gross. I guess Mr Taxman has caught up with me. Boo hoo.
why aren't you posting on the PermieSuckersUK boards ?Cenedl heb iaith, cenedl heb galon
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But at least you won't have to write a five-figure check at the end of the year, like the rest of us.Originally posted by Moose423956 View PostJust had my 3rd payslip. Deductions (tax/NI) are 48% of the gross. I guess Mr Taxman has caught up with me. Boo hoo.Comment
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Yeah - permies can't pay dividends!Originally posted by thunderlizard View PostBut at least you won't have to write a five-figure check at the end of the year, like the rest of us.Comment
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Gutted. My net was only 6.5K this month, you should see how much tax they've taken the bastards!!!!!!What happens in General, stays in General.You know what they say about assumptions!Comment
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I'm so happy for you. My net this month was just over £1800. Lend us a fiver?Originally posted by MarillionFan View PostGutted. My net was only 6.5K this month, you should see how much tax they've taken the bastards!!!!!!Comment
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