Legal background
Legislation relating to the existing system of NICs and social security benefits is set out in a combination of primary and subordinate legislation. The relevant provisions are:
The Social Security Contributions and Benefits Act 1992 (SSCBA 1992).
The Social Security Contributions and Benefits (Northern Ireland) Act 1992 (SSCB(NI)A 1992).
The Social Security Administration Act 1992 (SSAA 1992).
The Social Security Administration (Northern Ireland) Act 1992 (SAA(NI)A 1992).
The Social Security (Contributions) Regulations 2001 (SI 2001/1004).
	These provisions will continue to be the main legislation dealing with NICs.