The Evolution, Innovation and Research and Development of Performance Enhancing Drug Testing Within Sport.

Research and Development in PED development and testing- the battle between the perpetrators and the authorities.

March 11, 2022

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The Shetland Islands: How fisheries are meeting the net-zero target

In our final piece of the Shetland series, Thomas Nicolson looks at how Shetland’s fisheries are taking a lead on meeting the demand for fresh fish whilst achieving meeting their net carbon responsibilities.

February 10, 2022

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The Shetland Islands: the secret world of oil rigs

How the small islands are a one of the most important places for oil rig decommissioning in Europe

January 10, 2022

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How will BP's new "drop-in fuel" drastically reduce carbon emissions?

BP leading the way to ensure global emission targets are reached by 2050. We explore one of their latest innovations.

January 7, 2022

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How innovations in cricket umpiring have changed the game

Umpiring is still a very challenging job, despite this, the advancements in technology readily available to umpires has made their job easier.

November 8, 2021

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Fine Margins and the Rise of Data Analytics

Why trust numbers over experience and methods tried and tested?

November 2, 2021

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Autumn Budget 2021: Chancellor promises R&D Tax Reform to ensure innovation is ‘Made in Britain’

Rishi Sunak, Chancellor of the Exchequer, announced major changes to UK R&D Tax Credits, citing that some parts were "not working well" and were "unfair for taxpayers.".

October 28, 2021

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The Formula 1 Car

At the pinnacle of motorsport, Formula 1 is the most technically advanced series, something that has been a driving force for motorsport R&D for decades.

October 21, 2021

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NFT’s – Beauty is in the eye of the beHODLer

It will be interesting to see how the industry develops in the coming years as NFTs become more and more prevalent

October 19, 2021

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How to Implement Innovation in your own Organisation

Whether it is a failure or a success you will be awarded by claiming for the R&D scheme. So why not giving it a try?

October 7, 2021

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Five Key Takeaways From the Government R&D Tax Statistics

Has The Government Hit its R&D Targets?

October 6, 2021

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R&D Tax Credit claims jump as UK looks to bridge the international innovation gap and rebound out the pandemic

Last weeks statistics, released by HMRC, shows us that more UK businesses than ever are claiming R&D Tax Relief.

October 5, 2021

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Agriculture – The Oldest Field of R&D?

It appears that R&D in the agricultural industry is farm from over and with the fertilisation of the R&D tax credit scheme, the field can expect some healthy growth.

September 13, 2021

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Myths and Misinterpretations of the R&D Tax Relief Scheme

There are thousands of companies who are either underclaiming or not claiming at all due to misinterpretations of R&D tax relief.

September 10, 2021

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The Billionaires Space Race: Pushing the Boundaries of Aerospace and Space Travel?

Through the constant drive to innovate, the boundaries of science and technology are persistently being pushed further.

September 10, 2021

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District Heating : A Win-Win for us and Global Warming?

Could District Heating be the answer to a greener, brighter future?

September 10, 2021

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The Innovation inside the World of Golf

Thanks to the advanced technologies we have today, Golf will continuously be an ever-growing, ever-evolving sport.

August 24, 2021

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Advancements in the Technical Side of Alcohol Distillation Increases

From pink to spiced to even in a can, the evolution of Gin and other spirits is rapidly growing, and this is only the beginning of what's to come.

August 18, 2021

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Central Banks go Digital!

Electronic cash may be the future but what will this mean for us?

August 16, 2021

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Nothing Gets by the Hawk-Eye

Could we be looking at the beginning of the end for the human football referee?

August 4, 2021

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How R&D is Transforming the Football Landscape

The Race for the Perfect Surface is on!

July 29, 2021

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Renewable Energy In The United Kingdom: The Past, The Present, Its The Future

A transition to clean energy is about making an investment in our future.

June 14, 2021

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Top 3 Factors Impacting R&D Tax Claims

There are a number of factors that can impact a company's R&D Tax Claim, in the construction industry this is mainly; SME vs. RDECs, the PAYE contributions cap and the proportion of subcontractors to PAYE.

May 18, 2021

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Rob's Reviews: The PAYE & NIC Cap

We sat down with our Senior Financial Consultant, Rob Elliott, to discuss the ins-and-outs of the PAYE & NIC cap.

March 25, 2021

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Rob's Reviews: The 2021 Budget Announcement

We sat down with our Senior Financial Consultant, Rob Elliott, to discuss the 2021 Budget announcement.

March 10, 2021

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Budget 2021: “Business will foot bill to pay for coronavirus measures unless…”

Rishi Sunak, Chancellor of the Exchequer, is set to announce significant increases to corporation tax as he begins to balance the books after a year of unprecedented borrowing in the wake of the 2020 pandemic.

March 2, 2021

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Construction in Brexit: Hard times for hard hats?

We've heard so much about it, but what are some key implications?

January 15, 2021

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Bob the Builder, can you claim it?

Bonham & Brook on Construction & Coronavirus; the misconceptions, the qualifiers and the returns.

January 14, 2021

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The Race to Government Support for the Sports Industry; Are You In?

Unbeknown to many sports organisations, there is an available source of funding for sports clubs which has been in place for more than 20 years.

December 16, 2020

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R&D Tax Credit Cap Confirmed for SMEs as HMRC Target Abusive Claims

The UK Government has made draft legislation publicly available which is set to cap the amount an SME can claim as a repayable R&D tax credit.

December 7, 2020

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Land Remediation Relief

Shedding some light on the lucrative benefit which is often overlooked by many.

September 22, 2020

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Coronavirus? Swipe Left

‘Love’ is quite literally at the tip of our fingers.

September 1, 2020

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Microbreweries - Don’t Bottle It!

The emergence of micro-breweries continues to be a booming industry, with 100’s forming on a weekly basis.

August 20, 2020

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Plastic Not-So-Fantastic

How do we bounce back from COVID-19, and could we bounce back in a more environmentally friendly way?

July 30, 2020

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Those Netflix Downloads Are About To Get Much Quicker

But faster downloads of your favourite shows isn't the only promise of 5G.

July 24, 2020

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Hairdressers Have Accountants, But Would You Trust An Accountant To Cut Your Hair?

Finding out too late that you’ve not claimed your full entitlement tends to leave a sour taste in the mouth.

July 22, 2020

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To Truly Change Culture, Diversity Should be a Standard Not Just a Trend

It's vital that companies recognise that diversity needs to be a long term, sustainable commitment.

July 17, 2020

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With No Crowds in the Stands, Will VR Provide a Pathway to the Live Experience?

Developments In The Technology Behind Virtual Reality Is Driving Big Change Within The Sports Industry. But In What Ways?

July 9, 2020

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Increase Your Yield, Mr Farmer

The latest HMRC research and development statistics, released on 27th September 2018 show the agriculture sector as making up less than 1% of claims submitted for R&D tax credits.

September 23, 2019

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Intro to R&D Tax

Essentially the scheme allows you to claim back 25%-33% of your relevant costs for an SME, or 11% of your costs if the company falls under the large company scheme.

August 26, 2019

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Moving the Goal Posts for Sub-Contractors

For economic stimulus to be effective, it's important that it feeds capital into the intended areas and that it's guarded against abuse.

August 22, 2019

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Robotic Process Automation

Is a fifteen-hour work week plausible, or even possible? This most exciting prediction to have never come true was made by a man called Keynes.

May 28, 2019

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