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Are You Eligible for R&D Tax Credits for Your Innovation?

If your business is developing or improving products, services, systems, or processes, you may be eligible for Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credits. This government incentive allows you to claim a percentage of your R&D costs, reducing your Corporation Tax or potentially providing a cash repayment.

Who Can Claim?
Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 500 employees may claim SME R&D Tax Relief, allowing for a deduction of up to 186% of qualifying R&D costs. Large companies can claim under the RDEC scheme, offering a 20% taxable credit. Even loss-making businesses can receive a cash credit, potentially up to 14.5% of the surrenderable loss.

What Projects and Costs Qualify?
To qualify, your project must aim to resolve scientific or technological uncertainty and contribute to advancing a field of science or technology. Eligible costs include staff, consumables, software, utilities, subcontractors, and clinical trial expenses, all contributing to your innovative R&D efforts.

Maximise Your R&D Tax Claim with Experts

At Global Forum Consulting, we assist innovative businesses in claiming their full R&D Tax Credits entitlements—safely, efficiently, and with confidence. From the initial assessment to filing your claim with HMRC, our expert tax specialists manage every step, ensuring full alignment with your broader accounting and tax strategy.

Whether you’re new to R&D claims or have previously submitted one, we ensure your claim is compliant, comprehensive, and maximised to provide the greatest financial benefit. Let us help you unlock the potential of your R&D Tax Relief claim.

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What’s Included?
Eligibility Assessment
We conduct an initial consultation to determine if your projects meet HMRC criteria for R&D Tax Credits.
Project Analysis
Our team provides guidance on how your activities align with the HMRC definition of "advancing science or technology" to ensure your claim is valid.
Technical Justification Document
We assist in preparing a compliant and compelling technical justification document that meets HMRC expectations and strengthens your claim.
Qualifying Cost Review
We review and analyse all eligible R&D costs, including staff directly involved in R&D activities, software and consumables used in R&D, subcontracted R&D, externally provided workers contributing to R&D work.
Advanced Assurance Support
For first-time claimants, we offer assistance with HMRC’s pre-approval process, ensuring a smooth and confident first claim submission.
Corporation Tax Filing
We integrate your R&D claim with your annual corporation tax return, submitting it to HMRC efficiently and accurately.
Ongoing Tax & Accounting Services
Our comprehensive tax and accounting services ensure your R&D claim is part of a broader tax strategy, keeping your business tax-efficient throughout the year.
Claim Maximisation
We provide continuous support to ensure your claim is maximised, ensuring that every eligible cost is captured and you receive the full benefit of your R&D efforts.

How It Work

The Claims Process: Proven R&D Filing Method in 4 Steps
Information Gathering
The process starts with a kick-off call with our customer success claims manager, where we establish the core details of your R&D claim. You’ll then upload your initial costs and project narrative, which we review and organise for the next steps.
Claim Review and Narrative Drafting
Our Claim Quality Team reviews your submission for compliance, then our Claim Drafting Team creates the narrative for your approval. After your review, we perform final checks to ensure alignment with HMRC expectations.
Claim Submission
We submit your complete claim and AIF forms with the CT600 to HMRC, ensuring full compliance. We monitor the process and follow up with HMRC as needed to keep it on track.
Claim Awarded
Within 6 - 8 weeks, you’ll receive HMRC’s award decision. Afterward, we’ll prepare for the next financial year’s claim, ensuring continued support and maximised tax credits.

Why Choose Global Forum Consulting?

R&D Experts

We’ve helped businesses across industries — so we know what HMRC is looking for

Client Trust

Clients love us for our proactive support, transparent pricing, and successful claims

End-to-End Support

We handle the technical and financial parts of your claim from start to finish

Compliance-Focused

Claims based on the latest HMRC guidance to reduce risk and maximise credibility

Clear, Fixed Fee

No surprises. Just great service and great results

Full Business Accounting

We don’t just process claims—we optimise your entire tax and financial strategy

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