Veterans' Employer NIC Relief (+ Op PROSPER)
HM Revenue & Customs / Office for Veterans' Affairs
Worth
up to £7,500
Deadline
Rolling — no fixed deadline
What it is
12 months' employer National Insurance relief (up to ~£7,500) for hiring a veteran into their first civilian role.
NIC relief extended to 5 April 2028 (Autumn 2025 Budget). Zero-rates employer NICs on earnings up to £50,270 for 12 months — worth up to ~£7,500 per veteran.
Official sourceDoes your business qualify?
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