R&D Tax Credits
R&D Tax Credits: HMRC’s Definition of R&D Explained
R&D Tax Credits are a great way to fund your development work. But what actually is HMRC’s definition of R&D? The answer is more complicated
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Innovation
5 Ingenious Solutions to Renewable Energy Storage
Before we can switch to 100% renewable energy, we need to solve the problem of storage. Thankfully, these ingenious innovators are already on the case.
R&D Tax Credits
R&D Tax Credits: How to Claim For Subcontracted R&D
HMRC has specific rules on claiming R&D Tax Credits for subcontracted R&D. Here’s what you need to know. Many companies choose to subcontract parts of
R&D Tax Credits
SME R&D Tax Relief or RDEC – Which one should I apply to?
If you’re claiming R&D Tax Credits for an accounting period starting before 1 April 2024, you’ll need to file for either SME R&D Tax Relief
R&D Tax Credits
HMRC Enquiries Are Rising. Will This Impact Your R&D Tax Credits Claim?
The number of HMRC enquiries into R&D Tax Credit claims has spiked over the past few months. But what’s behind this? And what does it
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We’ve just unveiled our new brand and website. Here’s why we’ve changed, and what this means for our company and our clients. As you’ve probably
Grant Funding
UK Innovation Grants: A Beginner’s Guide
Welcome to Innovation Grant Funding 101, GrantTree’s introductory guide to R&D grants for businesses in the UK. This guide covers key information about how innovation
Grant Funding
Innovate UK Grants: Project Partners Explained
Applying for an Innovate UK grant with a project partner is a great way to share the costs and complexities of cutting-edge development work. But
Grant Funding
Innovate UK Smart Grants: Do I Qualify?
The Smart competition offers generous grants to a broad range of businesses. But it can be hard to know whether you and your project actually
Video Games Tax Relief
Covid Spurs Record Year for UK Games Market
National lockdowns and new console releases fuel mammoth surge in software and hardware sales. But small studios struggle to capitalize. Sales of video games and
Funding News
ARIA: Does UK Really Need its Own DARPA?
Innovation funding expert Richard Wigley asks whether ARIA, the government’s new science investment vehicle, is worth the money. Or the hype. Last March, the government
R&D Tax Credits
Can I Claim VGTR and R&D Tax Relief at the Same Time?
Some companies are allowed to claim VGTR and R&D Tax Relief at the same time. But only in very specific circumstances. Here’s what you need
Video Games Tax Relief
VGTR: What is it? Am I eligible? How do I claim?
Video Games Tax Relief (VGTR) provides UK games studios with thousands of pounds in critical government funding. This guide explains how the scheme works, which
Video Games Tax Relief
More than Money. 4 Key Reasons to Claim VGTR
Video Games Tax Relief provides UK developers with thousands of pounds in government funding. But extra cash isn’t the only benefit of claiming VGTR. It’s
Funding News
Budget 2021: What It Means For Britain’s Innovators
The government has delivered an expansive budget designed to fuel an investment-led economic recovery. But what will this ambitious plan mean for Britain’s innovators, in
Video Games Tax Relief
VGTR: Which Costs Can I Claim For?
VGTR expert Lewis Songaila explains which of your game development costs you can claim for under Video Games Tax Relief. Video Games Tax Relief is
Video Games Tax Relief
Can I Claim VGTR for Unfinished Games?
Studios can claim Video Games Tax Relief (VGTR) for unfinished games. But there’s one significant difference in the claim process that you need to know
Video Games Tax Relief
VGTR: How Much Can My Studio Claim?
VGTR is a lucrative lifeline for games developers looking for additional funding. But how much your studio can claim varies greatly depending on your spending
Video Games Tax Relief
VGTR: 5 Reasons to File With A Claim Specialist
Saving time and maximising your relief are just two of the reasons you should consider working with a VGTR claim specialist when filing for Video
Funding News
Government Launches Consultation on Post-Brexit State Aid
The UK government has launched a consultation on the future of state subsidies. It addresses a variety of crucial state aid issues and is open
R&D Tax Credits
R&D Tax Credits: Are you an SME or a Large Company?
Are you an SME or a large company for R&D Tax Credits purposes? Working this out is a crucial part of your claim, but it
R&D Tax Credits
Grants and R&D Tax Credits: Can I Claim Both?
Companies can receive grant funding and R&D Tax Credits for the same development work. Here’s how. Contrary to popular belief, receiving grant funding does not
R&D Tax Credits
R&D Tax Credit Report: SMEs Drive Surge in Claims
HMRC has reported a jaw-dropping jump in the number of SME R&D Tax Credit claims. But what does this mean for innovation in the age
Funding News
What Biden’s Victory Means for UK State Aid
Joe Biden’s election heralds a turning point for US politics. And it could have real consequences for the future of UK state aid. On Saturday
Innovation
Lab-Grown Meat: How Does It Work and When Can I Eat It?
‘Lab-grown’ meat is a bleeding-edge technology which could make plunderous, unethical meat consumption a thing of the past. We answer some of your biggest questions
Grant Funding
Is Your Technology Ready for an Innovation Grant?
How advanced your technology is greatly impacts whether it is eligible for grant funding. Here’s how to tell if your technology is ready for an
Video Games Tax Relief
VGTR Claims Pass £120 Million. But Studios Still Missing Out
New data from HMRC underscores the importance of VGTR to the UK games industry. But with so much funding available, why are so many smaller
Funding
Government Funding Timeline for Startups and Scaleups
The UK government offers a host of financial support to innovative businesses. But with so much funding available, which schemes should you to apply to?
Funding News
The UK Government’s R&D Roadmap: What Does It Mean for Startups and Scaleups?
The UK government has published ‘the R&D Roadmap’, which sets forth a vision for a more innovative Britain. But what does this Roadmap propose, and
GrantTree News
A Guide to GrantTree’s Anti Money Laundering Requirements
As a provider of accountancy services, GrantTree is required to record and cross-check certain information about our clients. In line with the Money Laundering, Terrorist
