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Date posted26 June 2025

HMRC's Definition of R&D: What It Really Means

Learn HMRC’s true definition of R&D to build stronger, compliant tax relief claims and avoid costly HMRC enquiries.

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Date posted08 November 2024

The Additional Information Form (AIF): What You Need To Know

Navigate HMRC's new Additional Information Form (AIF) for R&D tax claims. Learn key requirements, deadlines, and how to ensure compliance with our expert guide.

Date posted06 November 2024

R&D Tax Updates – What is the Merged Scheme?

Discover the impact of the UK’s new R&D Tax Relief scheme, the Merged Scheme. Learn how these changes impact your claim, eligibility, and the potential benefits for innovative businesses.

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Date posted02 October 2025

R&D Tax Statistics: How Have HMRC’s Compliance Measures Worked Out So Far?

HMRC’s R&D tax reforms show fewer SME claims but reduced fraud and error. Explore how new compliance measures and stricter rules are shaping the scheme.

Date posted19 September 2025

The Ethics and Uses of AI in Writing R&D Tax Credit Reports

Explore the ethics and risks of using AI in R&D tax credit report writing—balancing efficiency, accuracy, and responsibility amid HMRC scrutiny.

Date posted12 September 2025

What Counts as an "Advance" for R&D Tax Relief?

What counts as an ‘advance’ for R&D tax relief in the UK? Understand HMRC’s definition, common misconceptions, and how to make your claim stand up to review.

Date posted03 September 2025

Accountants And R&D Tax Advisors: The Dream Team for R&D Tax Credits

Maximise R&D tax credits through collaboration. Learn how accountants, advisors, and businesses work together to build stronger, compliant claims.

Date posted07 August 2025

Claiming R&D Tax Relief in 2025: Could You Be Missing Out?

Discover if your business qualifies for R&D tax relief in 2025, even if you're not in a "tech" industry. Tax Cloud offers free consultations!

Date posted04 July 2025

Green Tech & Net Zero: Claiming R&D Tax Relief for Sustainable Projects

Claim R&D tax relief for green tech and fund your sustainable innovations and support net zero targets.

Date posted17 June 2025

Introducing the UK’s First Advance Notification Form Checker for R&D Tax

Check if your company needs to submit an R&D Advance Notification Form with the UK’s first free checker – fast, simple, accurate.

Date posted03 June 2025

A Guide To Claiming Staff Costs in a R&D Tax Credit Claim

Maximise your R&D tax credit claim by correctly identifying and documenting eligible staff costs, roles, and time spent.

Date posted26 May 2025

Can You Carry Back the R&D Tax Credit in the UK?

Find out how to carry back R&D-related losses to offset prior profits – even though R&D tax credits themselves can’t go back.