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Emergency Tax in Your First UK Job (What Foreign Workers Should Expect – 2026 Guide)

Many foreign workers are shocked when they receive their first UK payslip. You expect: 40 hours × £12.21 per hour= £488.40 before tax But your take-home pay is much lower than expected. Often the reason is emergency tax. Here’s what it actually is — and what you should expect in 2026. 1. What Is Emergency […]