R&D Tax Credit Changes

As of August 8th, there are significant changes to the process of claiming R&D tax credits. From this date, new criteria will apply to all R&D claims, regardless of the tax year they are for. Failure to meet these requirements will result in the rejection of incomplete submissions by HMRC. Notable adjustments will be introduced…

World Intellectual Property Day: Celebrating Women in Innovation

World Intellectual Property Day is a global observance held on April 26th to raise awareness about the significance of intellectual property rights in fostering innovation. The theme for this year’s celebration is “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity,” which recognises the contributions of women to the world of innovation. Safeguarding your IP is vital…

Construction Industry R&D

R&D Tax Credits within the Construction Industry

Thanks to being homebound during multiple lockdowns, DIY fever has gripped many people throughout the UK and Ireland. DIY projects have ranged from small jobs — such as finally hanging the ‘new’ curtains which were purchased back in 2015 — to the more extravagant new home builds. This has resulted in increased opportunities for many…

Farming R&D

The Future of Farming

Farming plays a crucial role in our society, providing fresh produce for our plates, wool for our woolies, honey for our porridge and a multitude of other essential products to meet our demands. As with many industries, farming is being hit with numerous challenges as governments seek to create a more environmentally friendly and carbon…

Innovation in 2021

Innovation in 2021

As the economy starts to recover from the covid-19 pandemic, a new dawn of technological optimism is breaking (to borrow a quote from The Economist). The response to the virus has been phenomenal, with people and organisations working at speed to meet significant shortages and challenges. There have been many notable successes, including: Manufacturers pivoting…