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Receiving several years of arrears in one year can push income into a higher band. Relief recomputes the tax as if the arrears had been received in the years they related to, and refunds the difference.
Arrears relief
Relief = tax at this year's marginal rate - tax at the rates of the years the arrears relate to
Tax figures are estimates based on the rates, caps and thresholds you enter. Real rules differ by jurisdiction and change every year, and personal circumstances alter the outcome. This is not tax or financial advice — confirm with a qualified adviser.
Usually yes — relief must be claimed with a prescribed computation showing the year-wise spread.
Only if they relate to earlier years' service. Discretionary current-year bonuses do not qualify.