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Deductions

Money taken from your gross income, for example, tax and National Insurance.



Direct Debit

An agreement where money is automatically taken from your account on a regular basis by a service provider towards costs such as phone or electricity bills.


debit

Money taken out of your bank account, for example when you use your debit card or pay a bill via direct debit or standing order.


debt

Money you owe, for example spending on a credit card or a loan you have taken out with a bank.


deficit

The difference between income and expenses, when expenses are greater than income.