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13 January 2026

How Much Does Tax Cloud Cost in 2026?

Tax Cloud charges 5% on tax benefits up to £200k, then 2.5% above. No upfront fees, no hidden costs. See exactly what you'll pay for your R&D claim.

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08 January 2026

Tax Tribunal Decision: Do Educational Projects Qualify For R&D Tax Credits?

Developing innovative training programmes? Learn why educational innovation rarely qualifies for R&D tax credits, following a recent decision at First-Tier Tax Tribunal.

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29 December 2025

Claiming R&D Tax Credits: Subcontractors vs EPWs

Learn the critical differences between subcontractors and EPWs for R&D tax claims. Avoid costly mistakes and secure your relief under the new rules.

23 December 2025

How Long Does It Take To Receive My R&D Tax Benefit?

HMRC aims to process R&D tax claims in 40 working days, but real timelines vary. Learn what affects payment speed and how to plan your cash flow.

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11 December 2025

Do You Need Timesheets for R&D Tax Credits?

You don't need timesheets to claim R&D tax relief. Discover what HMRC requires, practical alternatives, and how to document staff time properly.

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26 November 2025

Will HMRC's New R&D Advance Assurance Pilot Actually Work This Time?

HMRC is launching a new R&D Advance Assurance pilot in 2026. But with under 1% uptake on the current scheme, will this one be any different?

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25 November 2025

Can I Claim R&D Tax Relief on Failed Projects?

Failed R&D project? You may still qualify for R&D tax relief. Learn when failed projects are eligible, what HMRC expects, and how to claim confidently with Tax Cloud.

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04 November 2025

How Can I Get My Technical Team To Help With Our R&D Claim Without Wasting Their Time?

This is one of the most common concerns we hear from financial and technical leaders. Preparing an R&D claim sounds like a documentation marathon, but it doesn’t have to be.