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R&D Tax Credits Specialists — Luton & UK-Wide

Find Out If Your Business Can Claim £10K–£250K in R&D Tax Credits

Fiscal Umbrella's expert team helps UK businesses maximise their HMRC R&D claims — fast, fully compliant, and with a stress-free process.

HMRC claims expire — most businesses claim within 2 years of year-end
33% Max SME relief
8+ Years' expertise
100% HMRC compliant
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How Much Could Your Business Claim?

Most businesses are surprised by how much they're owed. Use our quick estimator to see your potential claim value in seconds.

🏗 Construction firm — process innovation £38,000
💻 Software agency — custom platform build £54,000
⚙ Manufacturing — new materials testing £82,000
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Trusted by UK Businesses to Maximise Their R&D Claims

Here are just a few examples of what our clients have claimed — compliantly, and with zero stress.

£82,000
Manufacturing
A Midlands manufacturer developing new composite materials and testing improved production processes. First-time R&D claimant — we identified qualifying costs they never knew existed.
£54,000
Software & IT
A London-based software agency building a bespoke logistics platform. The technical uncertainty in their algorithms qualified across multiple claim years.
£38,000
Construction
A construction firm solving structural engineering challenges on a complex residential project. Many construction businesses don't realise their problem-solving qualifies.
We had no idea our development work qualified for R&D relief. Fiscal Umbrella identified £54,000 we were completely unaware of. The process was smooth and they handled everything.
MH
M. Harrison
Director, Software Agency — London
★★★★★
As a manufacturer, I assumed R&D credits were only for tech firms. Fiscal Umbrella showed me otherwise. Professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely on your side.
SR
S. Rashid
MD, Manufacturing Ltd — Midlands
★★★★★

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HMRC Enquiry Support Included

If HMRC queries your claim, we handle it. Our rigorous documentation approach means claims are built to withstand scrutiny.

100% Compliant Claims Only

We never overstate claims. Every submission is fully compliant with current HMRC guidelines and legislation — protecting your business.

What Are R&D Tax Credits?

A valuable UK government incentive allowing companies to reclaim a significant portion of their innovation spending from HMRC.

R&D credits reward UK companies that invest in advancing science or technology — even if the project fails.
Introduced in 2000, thousands of businesses benefit each year — yet many eligible companies never claim.
Whether you're developing software, improving manufacturing, or solving technical problems — you could have an unclaimed opportunity.
At Fiscal Umbrella, we identify qualifying activities you may not have considered and maximise your claim compliantly.

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How Much Can You Claim?

SME R&D Relief (profit-making)Up to 25%
SME Enhanced Deduction (loss-making)Up to 33%
RDEC (Large Companies)20%
Merged R&D SchemeUp to 20%
ERIS (R&D intensive SMEs)Up to 27%

Does Your Business Qualify?

R&D doesn't mean lab coats. If your business is solving technical problems, you may well qualify.

Advance in Science or Technology

Your project aims to advance the overall field — not just your own company's knowledge.

Technical Uncertainty Exists

The solution wasn't already known, and a competent professional couldn't easily figure it out.

UK Limited Company

Your company must be subject to UK Corporation Tax. Sole traders and partnerships don't qualify directly.

R&D Expenditure Incurred

You've spent money on qualifying activities — staff costs, subcontractors, materials, software and more.

Sectors We've Helped Claim R&D Relief

R&D happens across almost every industry. Here are just some of the sectors where clients can potentially qualify:

Software & IT Development
Manufacturing & Engineering
Construction & Architecture
Food & Beverage
Pharmaceuticals
Automotive
Fintech & Finance
Healthcare & Medtech
Aerospace & Defence
Agriculture & Environmental
Textiles & Fashion
Logistics & Supply Chain

Qualifying R&D Expenditure

Many costs qualify for R&D tax relief. Our specialists ensure every eligible pound is captured.

Staff Salaries & NIC

Wages, employer NI, and pension contributions for employees directly involved in R&D.

Subcontractors & Freelancers

Payments to qualifying subcontractors for R&D work — subject to scheme rules.

Materials & Consumables

Consumable items used and transformed in the R&D process.

Software Licences

Software used directly in the R&D project, including qualifying cloud costs.

Utilities & Power

Proportion of energy costs directly attributable to R&D activities and testing.

Clinical Trial Volunteers

Payments made to participants in clinical trials as part of qualifying R&D projects.

How Fiscal Umbrella Handles Your Claim

We make the entire process simple and stress-free. From first conversation to HMRC submission, we handle everything.

1

Free Consultation

A no-obligation discussion to understand your business activities and identify potential R&D projects.

2

Technical & Financial Review

We work with you to identify qualifying activities, gather evidence, and calculate eligible expenditure accurately.

3

R&D Technical Report

We prepare a detailed technical narrative and supporting documentation that clearly justifies your claim.

4

CT600 Submission

We file the Corporation Tax return with the R&D claim included correctly and compliantly.

5

You Receive the Benefit

HMRC processes the claim and your company receives the applicable tax reduction or cash benefit.

Why UK Businesses Trust Fiscal Umbrella

R&D expertise combined with the personal service of a local Luton firm — helping you secure the maximum compliant claim.

✦ R&D Claim Expertise

We prepare claims across a wide range of industries and stay current with HMRC requirements and scheme changes.

✦ Local Luton Accountants

Specialist R&D support with the personal service of a firm that genuinely knows your local business community.

✦ Fully HMRC Compliant

Rigorous documentation, thorough technical narratives, and careful eligibility assessment protect your business.

✦ Maximum Legitimate Claim

We proactively identify qualifying costs across all categories — so nothing is missed.

✦ Transparent Fees

Fees are agreed upfront — no hidden charges, no surprises. You know exactly what you're paying.

✦ Ongoing Support

We help improve your record-keeping so future claims are easier, faster, and more efficient.

Your Questions Answered

Yes. R&D relief is available across many sectors where businesses are overcoming technical challenges or developing improved processes, products, or systems. Manufacturing, construction, food production, and many more industries regularly qualify.
In many cases, companies can claim retrospectively for earlier eligible accounting periods, subject to applicable deadlines and HMRC rules. Generally, claims must be made within two years of the end of the relevant accounting period — which is why acting quickly matters.
A failed project can still qualify. The relief is based on attempting to achieve an advance in science or technology, not only on commercial success. In fact, some of the strongest R&D claims involve unsuccessful projects.
Yes. We assist with identifying qualifying activities, preparing the technical narrative, calculating eligible costs, and filing the claim — all compliantly. You just provide us with the information we need; we handle the rest.
Fees are agreed upfront — no hidden charges, no surprises. Book a free consultation and we'll explain our fee structure clearly before any commitment is made.

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Book a free, no-obligation consultation. Our specialists will review your activities and give you a clear claim estimate — in plain English.

R&D tax relief is subject to HMRC eligibility criteria and current legislation. Claim values depend on your company's circumstances and qualifying expenditure. Examples shown are illustrative of typical claim outcomes and do not guarantee specific results.