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IHR lump sum

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wp
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IHR lump sum

Post by wp »

Hi all,
Could somebody tell me if my IHR lump sum is taxable if so do I put it on my self assessment return.
Thanks, in advance for any help.
baz284
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Post by baz284 »

My IHR lump sum was tax free.
Hawkey99
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Post by Hawkey99 »

So are you saying you paid tax on your pay in lieu amount only ??

Thanks
RobertT
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Post by RobertT »

As far as I know the PILON is taxable, the 34 weeks pay isn't.

But I'm sure some one will correct me if I'm wrong.
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