basic rate
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Thereafter the party aims to cut the rates by 1p - creating a 19p basic rate, a 39p higher rate and a 44p additional rate.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
In revenue-raising terms, that move was more than equivalent to a penny on the basic rate of income tax.
From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026
The basic rate of 20% is paid on annual earnings between £12,571 and £50,270.
From BBC • Oct. 10, 2025
The basic rate is 20% and is paid on annual earnings between £12,571 and £50,270.
From BBC • Oct. 15, 2024
The basic rate is US$4.95/month plus connect charges.
From The Online World by De Presno, Odd
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