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ArticleR&D Tax6 min read

Why repeat claimants need to review historic claims

Most repeat claims carry legacy risk. A short guide to identifying it and de-risking future submissions.

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ArticleGrants9 min read

Beating the assessment criteria on Innovate UK applications

A scoring-led breakdown of how funders evaluate proposals, and where most applications fall short.

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ArticleHMRC Enquiries5 min read

What HMRC enquiries cost beyond the fee

Time, governance risk, repayments and reputation are the hidden costs of an enquiry. Here is how to mitigate them.

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ArticleInvestment Readiness6 min read

Investor readiness for innovation-led businesses

Preparation vs. pitching, and what to do six months before any formal funding conversation.

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ArticleInnovation Loans4 min read

Innovation loans vs. equity: when debt makes sense

A non-advisory view on when debt fits the wider funding strategy, and when it doesn't.

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ArticleR&D Tax5 min read

What HMRC actually looks for in the DSIT guidelines

Beneath the headlines: how DSIT criteria map to real R&D activity, and where claims fail.

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ArticleGrants7 min read

Building grant applications that pass funder scrutiny

Why technical credibility, realistic delivery plans, and disciplined opportunity selection beat volume every time.

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ArticleHMRC Enquiries6 min read

Preparing an enquiry-ready R&D submission

Five practical steps to make your claim significantly easier to defend if HMRC raises questions.

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ArticleR&D Tax8 min read

What the merged R&D scheme means for your next claim

A practical look at how the merged scheme has changed eligibility, treatment of subcontractors, and overall risk profile.

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NewsWalmer12 June 2026

Walmer Group expands its technical assessment team

Three senior hires from engineering and software backgrounds join our technical team, strengthening our ability to defend complex claims across deep tech and advanced manufacturing.

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