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
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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 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
R&D Tax Credits
Coronavirus: Will My R&D Tax Credits Be Affected?
We answer your most pressing questions about the Coronavirus’ impact on the R&D Tax Credits scheme. We will be updating this blog regularly with all
Funding News
Party Manifestos: What Do They Mean for Innovation?
The party manifestos are out. But what do they mean for R&D Tax Credits and innovation funding in the UK? GrantTree investigates. All of the
Our Culture
A Day in the Life. Episode 8: Inbound Sales Champion, Max
Our latest ‘A Day in the Life’ entry comes from inbound sales champion Max Peak. Max took advantage of GrantTree’s flexible working policy and spent
Funding News
Why Does Britain Produce So Many Unicorns?
The UK produced over 70 unicorns in the last 20 years – more than almost any other country. What makes us such a hotspot? 72.
Innovation
Satellite Broadband – What Does It Mean for Me?
With the delivery of 60 desk-size satellites into a low and cosy orbit, SpaceX completed the first phase of a remarkable project: to blanket the
Our Culture
A Day in the Life. Episode 5: Account Manager, Mediha
Episode five in our ‘A Day in the Life’ series comes from account management maestra, Mediha Latif. Mediha spent the day helping clients, catching up
Innovation
The Future of FinTech: Innovation You Will Bank On
What financial innovations are coming our way? And how will they change our relationship to money? From challenger banks with all-digital experiences to frictionless peer-to-peer
R&D Tax Credits
R&D Tax Credits: Should You Shorten Your Financial Year?
Shortening or extending your financial year could positively impact your R&D Tax Credits claim. Here’s what you need to know. Many of the R&D Tax
R&D Tax Credits
R&D Tax Credits on Tap: How Your Brewery Could Claim Government Funding
If you’re a brewery, you could claim thousands of pounds in R&D Tax Credits. Now that’s something worth raising a glass to! When hearing the
R&D Tax Credits
How to Claim R&D Tax Credits If You’re Unprofitable
Unprofitable companies can receive more funding through R&D Tax Credits than profitable businesses. Here’s how to claim R&D Tax Relief if you’re loss-making. A common