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4.3.3.30 Method of payment of instalments of PLP by an employer

Introduction

An instalment (1.1.I.80) payable by an employer (1.1.E.50) must be paid in cash, by cheque, money order, postal order or similar order payable to the person or by electronic funds transfer to credit an account held by the person.

A failure by an employer to comply with this rule may result in a financial penalty.

Act reference: PPLAct section 74 Method of payment of instalment payable by employer

Last reviewed: 8 February 2021

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4.3.3.30 Method of payment of instalments of PLP by an employer

Introduction