Written Question·Treasury·UIN 123043

Voluntary Contributions: Chronic Illnesses and Disability

Tabled: 23 March 2026
Answered: 26 March 2026
Named Day

Question

Jayne Kirkham

Labour (Co-op)Truro and Falmouth

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether she has made an assessment of the potential merits of allowing people with disabilities and chronic illness so add voluntary National Insurance contributions beyond the current six year limit.

Answer

Torsten Bell
Individuals can pay voluntary National Insurance contributions for up to six years in arrears to fill gaps in their National Insurance record. There are also a wide range of National Insurance credits available, ensuring people can build their National In...

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