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Get your R&D claim audit to pinpoint what needs fixing before submission to HMRC.
Urgent 24‑hour turnaround available.
Our Expertise
R&D tax relief can be valuable, but only where eligibility is sound, technical positions are clear, and evidence aligns with the claim made. We provide end-to-end R&D tax credit support for businesses that want claims prepared with care, clarity, and defensibility — not volume or aggressive interpretation.
Our focus is on getting the decision right before the claim is submitted.
When clients used our service
This service is typically used where:
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R&D activity is technically complex or novel
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Eligibility is not straightforward
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The claim is material in value
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There is sensitivity around scrutiny or enquiry risk
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Internal teams want confidence before submission
Where risk outweighs value, we advise accordingly.
Case Studies
Food Manufacturing Business - Six Figures Claim Enquiry
A manufacturing business faced an HMRC enquiry covering two accounting years. The client initially handled the correspondence themselves, and HMRC rejected the claim due to unclear explanations and gaps in the evidence. Their accountants contacted us to take over the defence and assess whether the decision could be reversed. Our review identified several technical and financial errors within the original submission. We rebuilt the claim narrative, corrected the errors, and prepared a structured defence supported by clear evidence. We engaged directly with HMRC, addressing each point raised in the enquiry.
HMRC approved the claim with only minimal adjustments, limited solely to the errors we identified.
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IT Technology Business
An IT development company faced an HMRC enquiry covering two financial years. After responding directly, the client received a full refusal of their R&D claim. Their accountants approached us to assess the case and determine whether the decision could be challenged. Our review identified strong underlying technical evidence that had not been clearly presented to HMRC. We rebuilt the technical narrative, clarified the qualifying uncertainties, and prepared a structured appeal addressing each point in the refusal. We liaised directly with HMRC throughout the process, providing a clear, evidence‑backed defence.
HMRC overturned the refusal, and both years of the claim were approved in full with no changes to the total value.
Our Process
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Eligibility assessment
We assess eligibility based on the actual technical work undertaken, considering uncertainty, advancement, and HMRC interpretation — not assumptions or templates.
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Defining scope and position
We define qualifying projects and boundaries carefully, ensuring the position taken is clear, coherent, and defensible.
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Technical narrative development
We develop technical narratives that explain why the work qualifies, not just what was done — aligned to HMRC criteria and evidential reality.
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Cost identification and alignment
Qualifying costs are identified and aligned to the technical position taken, ensuring consistency and proportionality.
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Submission-ready preparation
Claims are prepared with the assumption they may be reviewed — structured, reasoned, and internally consistent.
Why SMEs Choose Our Service
We work closely with technical and finance teams to understand the work undertaken and how it meets the definition of R&D.
Our approach is deliberate and evidence-led.
We do not rush claims forward for submission.
Where uncertainty or weakness exists, we surface it early and advise on how to proceed — or whether to proceed at all.
HMRC R&D claim enquiries
Claims prepared with defensibility in mind are easier to explain and support if reviewed.
Where an enquiry arises, we are already familiar with the technical position and can provide structured support if required.
Why HMRC Opens Enquiries
Enquiries can be triggered by:
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Inconsistent or unclear project descriptions
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Missing or weak technical evidence
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Subcontractor or EPW costs
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Overseas work
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Changes in cost patterns
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Random sampling
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New rules introduced in 2023–2024
An enquiry doesn’t mean you’ve done anything wrong — it means HMRC needs clarity. And clarity is exactly
what we provide.
Who Are Our Clients
Businesses undertaking genuine technical innovation,
Finance leaders seeking clarity and risk control.
Teams that value independent judgement over maximisation.
This service is designed for organisations seeking depth, accuracy, and strategic alignment — not volume‑led claims.
We focus on high‑quality, well‑supported claims rather than high‑volume, low‑engagement submissions.
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