R&D tax credits: PAYE cap implemented in 2021

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But there is no need to panic as most companies, including those in biotech and tech, will be minimally affected by the changes.  The PAYE cap legislation around SME R&D claims has been released by HMRC (November 12). Crucially, the exemption to the cap that we, together with the BIA, lobbied hard for, has been included.  The key takeaway messages from today’s…

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Entrepreneurs’ Relief and EMI: letter to HM Treasury

Given the speculation in the press regarding the withdrawal of Entrepreneurs’ Relief (ER), I wanted to bring to your attention that Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) share options rely on ER for their tax efficiency, in enjoying a 10% rate of capital gains tax.

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R&D cap’s off!

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SOME GOOD news has arisen from the Brexit maelstrom and the biotech industry in the UK has been handed an early Christmas present.  Given the forthcoming general election and closing of Parliament, there is no time this year for any proposed draft law on the PAYE cap on R&D tax credits to be released or…

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Confluence Tax: registered tax agents in Ireland

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PRESS RELEASE August 29, 2019 We are delighted to announce that Confluence Tax is now registered as a tax agent in the Republic of Ireland. Many UK-based companies that need to retain a foothold within the EU following Brexit – for regulatory reasons, for example – are establishing Irish subsidiaries. This is driving the need for tax advice and support…

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