National Payroll Week was established in the UK by the CIPP in 1998 to celebrate the payroll profession and to give it the recognition it deserves. The week is designed to demonstrate the impact the payroll industry has in the UK through the collection of income tax and National Insurance; especially when you consider the £345billion* paid to the government through income tax and national insurance contributions. NPW provides payroll professionals with a dedicated week of celebration to highlight the important role payroll plays within business.