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UK Government, the Law and Your Role

What is National Insurance?

AA type of private health insurance
BA system of contributions that entitle people to certain state benefits and the NHS
CInsurance against theft or damage in the home
DThe national police force's funding mechanism

Explanation

National Insurance is a system of contributions paid by employed and self-employed people. These contributions go towards state benefits including the State Pension, Jobseeker's Allowance, and the NHS.

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