Questions › Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role
What is HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)?
- AAn independent body that deals with police complaints
- BThe agency where vehicles are registered
- CA court that hears small claims
- DThe government department that collects taxesRight answer
Answer: The government department that collects taxes
HMRC is the government department responsible for collecting taxes. Under PAYE, employers pay employees' income tax directly to it.
From chapter 5 of the handbook, "The UK government, the law and your role", section "Fundamental principles". Practice question 607 of 651, written in our own words.