HMRC launches online voluntary NICs payment service

HMRC has launched a new online voluntary NICs payment service.

HMRC says the new service will make it easier for individuals to check for and fill any gaps in their National Insurance record to help increase their State Pension.

It also said that the new Check your State Pension service has been enhanced.

The service shows customers by how much their State Pension could increase and outlines the voluntary NICs needed to pay to achieve this.

The service also allows people under the State Pension age to view gaps in their National Insurance record and pay voluntary contributions to fill the gaps.