R&D Tax Credits

The R&D Tax Credits and Relief small business archive. The government’s R&D tax relief incentives were first introduced in 2000. They are designed to encourage innovation and increase research and development budgets within UK companies. The articles in this section offer guides and tips for SMEs to ensure they claim their full entitlements.

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Claiming R&D Tax Relief

SmallBusiness.co.uk explores why it’s worth it for innovative businesses to claim R&D Tax Relief.

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R&D tax credits

How do I know if my business is eligible for R&A tax credits?

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R&D tax credit ‘needs retaining’

The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) is calling on the government to maintain its commitment to the research and development (R&D) tax credit, after a study demonstrated its advantages.

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Apply here for free money

The UK's SMEs may be rich in innovative ideas, but it seems they're not that good at filling in forms.

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R&D tax credits explained

Guidance for small businesses that could benefit from research and development (R&D) tax relief has been published by Her Majesty's Revenue & Customs.

Why you should upgrade your tech now rather than later

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Investing in a franchise

Should I buy a franchise or go solo?

Starting a new business is an exciting venture. But – especially in well-established industry sectors – a key question is whether it would be better to buy a franchise or go solo.

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16 ways to improve your business cash flow

Read here for 16 tried and tested tips and tricks to improve potential cash flow problems

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How to create good cashflow habits

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