The Future of Innovation Funding: Lessons from the History of UK R&D Tax Relief
The Future of Innovation Funding: Lessons from the History of UK R&D Tax Relief The UK’s Research and Development (R&D) tax relief scheme has undergone a series of significant transformations since 2019, aimed at simplifying the R&D tax regime boosting innovation and attempting to curb abuse of the scheme. With more than two decades since the […]
5G as a Catalyst: Which UK Sectors Are Seeing Real Transformation – And What R&D Made It Possible?
For years, 5G has been marketed as a game-changer. But until recently, the practical benefits for most businesses remained out of reach. That’s starting to shift. Today, we’re seeing real examples of UK businesses using 5G not just to improve what they do – but to entirely rethink how they do it. This has resulted […]
New Merged R&D Scheme: Clearer Waters or More Challenges Ahead?
After much anticipation, we are finally approaching the point where the merged R&D Expenditure Credit (RDEC) scheme will become the standard framework. Significant work has gone into refining aspects of the regime that have historically been problematic for businesses, particularly in relation to contracting out and the subsidised expenditure rules. Combined with insights gained from […]
Navigating the Peat Reduction Journey: How Horticultural Businesses in the UK Are Adapting to Legislation Changes
As the horticultural industry braces for significant legislative shifts, UK businesses are gearing up to implement peat reduction procedures. We take a deep dive into the challenges arising from the legislative changes and some of the innovations businesses are taking to reduce their environmental footprint. The proposed changes Peatlands are vital ecosystems, playing a crucial […]
