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National Insurance Credits

New National Insurance credits for Armed Forces spouses and civil partners

We want to make sure that the Armed Forces and their families receive fair treatment from the nation which they serve, as set out in the Armed Forces Covenant. As well as the new State Pension, this year has also seen the launch of a new National Insurance credit designed to help Armed Forces spouses and civil partners protect their future State Pension.

Understanding the State Pension part one: how National Insurance builds up State Pension

This blog will just focus on how NI payments help you build up your State Pension. I hope it will give you a better idea of how the system works.