HMRC has launched a consultation that may reshape the way companies engage with R&D tax relief in the early stages of their claims. Entitled “R&D Tax Relief: Advance Clearances”, the
In their sobering article ‘A horrible situation’: the entrepreneurs caught in R&D tax credit debacle, published in the Financial Times on 14 March 2025, journalists Emma Agyemang and Kieran Smith
Introduction Research and Development (R&D) tax incentives play a vital role in fostering innovation and economic growth. Countries worldwide use tax credits, grants, and direct funding to support companies investing
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has today updated its guidance on R&D tax relief, specifically addressing subsidised expenditure (CIRD81650) and subcontracted activities (CIRD84250). These changes were made in response to
As we get further into 2025, companies with a March year-end will soon be considering their first R&D tax relief claims under the new merged Research and Development Expenditure Credit
We covered an arguably slightly “sensational” article in the Times on R&D claims by football clubs. That appeared to cast shade on their validity. We made the point that each
An article today in The Times (19 February 2024), titled “HMRC knew of tax fraud risk but failed to act for at least five years” by George Greenwood, highlights a
A recent Times investigation (“Premier League clubs claim millions in tax relief meant for ‘science and tech’” George Greenwood article 17/02/25) has revealed that 28 sports teams, including Premier League
The recent AAT article on R&D tax relief changes highlights the evolving challenges facing SMEs and advisors in navigating the new landscape of tax compliance. The shake-up of the R&D
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