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When a project encounters uncertainty, a company often outsources part of the R&D work to a specialised firm. New rules for contracted-out R&D now require customers to show they 'intended' or 'contemplated' the necessary R&D. Our article explores this concept, and examines examples of what 'contemplated' means.
Innovation is the cornerstone of progress in today's fast-paced world, and research and development (R&D) is the engine that propels it forward. Whether you are a start-up or an established enterprise, your ability to innovate often hinges on your R&D budgeting strategies.
Discover how companies approach securing intellectual property through patents and whether these costs qualify for R&D Tax Relief. Learn about alternative incentives like the Patent Box scheme to maximise returns on innovation investments.
Discover what scientific or technological uncertainty means for R&D tax relief. Learn how businesses can assess and document these uncertainties to qualify for tax benefits, ensuring projects meet the criteria set out in the guidelines.
R&D claims allow companies to recover a portion of the expenditure incurred on R&D activities in the form of tax liability reductions or in some instances, payable cash credits. But, does an R&D Tax Claim always benefit cash flow?
The Patent Box scheme allows UK companies to apply a lower Corporation Tax rate to profits from patented inventions, boosting the financial health of SMEs. Learn about the application process, the financial impact on SMEs, and gain strategic advice for maximising benefits.
The Farming Innovation Programme, running since 2021, is part of Defra’s Farming and Countryside Programme and allows investment in innovation, research and development.
The calling of the UK General Election, with polling day on the 4th July is likely cause some disruption to the UK grant funding competition landscape.
Eurostars is the largest international funding programme specifically designed for SMEs and is co-funded by the EU’s Horizon Europe programme. It is designed to encourage international collaboration on R&D projects toward the creation of innovative products, processes, and services, with a focus on commercialisation.
Innovate UK Smart Grants are funding opportunities provided by Innovate UK, which is part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). These grants aim to support game-changing and commercially viable research and development innovations that can significantly impact the UK economy.
Assists organisations in accessing research and development grant funding across a range of UK and EU schemes and industry sectors.
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