§ 37. Sir John Hallasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many employed persons working for more than one employer have paid excess national insurance contributions during the 12-month period ended 31st March 1976; what is the total of that excess payment; when the individuals concerned will be reimbursed and at what administrative costs; and what financial benefit to the Exchequer has been derived from this.
§ Mr. OrmeDuring the tax year 1975–76 refundable excess contributions amounting in total to an estimated £1.75 million, were paid in respect of about 50,000 employments. Some individuals would qualify for more than one refund. Refunds are made from the National Insurance Fund as soon as possible after my Department has received evidence that excess contributions have been paid. In regard to contributions for 1975–76, this work should substantially be completed by the end of January, at an administrative cost of about £200,000. The Exchequer derives no benefit.