Originally broadcast on Monday, April 2, 2012 - 12:30

The Government wants to make the UK ‘a preferred location for companies to carry out R&D and boost productivity and growth.’ In order to achieve this aim the Government has introduced a tax credit to SMEs which saw the rate of relief increase from 175% to 200% for 2011, with an expectation of a further increase to 225% in 2012. Furthermore, it plans to introduce an ‘above the line’ R&D tax credit to benefit larger companies, which it is anticipated will come into force in April 2013.

Our speakers will discuss the changes that have taken place already and the proposals for the future, as well as offer you practical tips on how best to take advantage of the credits currently available.

This webinar will cover:

•  Update on the recent changes
• Practical problems, including:
o    Grants and subsidies
o    Acting as sub-contractor
o    Prototype vs production