Our insight series

This is a regular series of short videos focussing on different aspects of the R&D landscape. We aim to address some of the frequently asked questions from our accounting partners and other tax professionals.

In each episode, Vicki Morrall, our Accounting Partner Director, will host a discussion with Source Advisors experts. Here we share our unique insight.

The power of independence - A conversation with the UK200 & Haslers

Vicki is joined by Declan Swan, CEO of the UK200, John O’Shea and Pambos Patsalides of Haslers Chartered Accountants. They discuss the changing shape of the profession, the challenges firms face and the key drivers for future growth.

Meet the buyer - A conversation with Affinia

As PE ownership fundamentally changes the shape of the accountancy profession, we’re joined in our latest At Source episode by Chris Annis, Chief Commercial Officer, and Rob Harden, Chief Development Officer, of Affinia.

Meet the MD

Vicki & Luke Hamm discuss the challenges facing the R&D tax relief market, what a good partnership really looks like and how accountants can stay proactive as the market continues to evolve.

A deep dive into Patent Box

Vicki is joined by our IP & Policy Lead, Akshay Thaman, for an insightful discussion on the UK Patent Box regime and the opportunities it can offer your innovative clients. 

Meet our Accountant Partner - Ecovis Wingrave Yeats

Vicki and Sam Warren talk with Ruth Potter, Tax Partner at Ecovis Wingrave Yeats. Here, they discuss the factors that influenced Ecovis’ decision to outsource R&D and her experience of working alongside Source Advisors. 

Administrative requirements of an R&D tax relief claim

Vicki and Samantha Reading, Operations Manager at Source Advisors, dig into the admin requirements of an R&D tax credit claim.

HMRC enquiry - the client experience

In this episode, we’re joined by our client, Matt Legon, CEO of Gnaw Chocolate, to discuss a firsthand client experience of the HMRC enquiry process. 

R&D enquiries and dispute resolution

Vicki is joined by Deborah Chapple, who shares insight on how to approach an HMRC enquiry and dispute resolution.

25 February 2026

R&D in software | How to assess qualification

Vicki is joined by Technical Consultant Zaim Akhtar to discuss how to assess qualifying R&D in software-related claims, the pitfalls and examples.

14 January 2026

Explanation of contracted out R&D and other key changes in the new scheme

Vicki is joined by an expert panel from Source Advisors to discuss the complexities of contracted out R&D.

14 January 2026

The administrative requirements of an R&D tax credit claim

Vicki and Samantha Reading, Operations Manager, kick off the series digging into the admin requirements of an R&D tax credit claim. 

Patent Box | Where do the complexities lie?

In this episode, Vicki is joined by our Akshay Thaman, IP & Policy Lead, to discuss all things Patent Box. 

Meet the MD

Vicki sits down with Managing Director Luke Hamm to discuss the R&D tax scheme. Plus what motivates him as MD of Source Advisors.

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