Mission

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• In an evolving landscape of research and development (R&D) tax credits, it is essential that tax advisers uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and compliance. Our Code of Conduct serves as a guiding framework to ensure ethical practices, accuracy in claims and transparency in client interactions.
• As stewards of financial incentives designed to foster innovation, tax advisers play a crucial role in supporting businesses in their growth aims – and those of the UK economy as a whole. Our Code of Conduct outlines best practice, regulatory obligations, and ethical considerations that must be adhered to, both when advising on and submitting R&D tax credit claims.
• By committing to our Code of Conduct and becoming a Member of the Federation, tax advisers demonstrate their dedication to responsible advisory services, mitigating risks of misrepresentation, and ensuring that R&D tax credits fulfill their intended purpose – to encourage genuine innovation while maintaining compliance with tax laws.

The Federation’s reputation rests on the reputation of its Members. Our Code of Conduct helps protect the public by making sure that our Members maintain the highest ethical and professional standards.

Through its regulatory and compliance function the Federation monitors adherence to those standards and will act through its independent disciplinary process if those Standards are not met.

We serve the clients of our Member firms and the taxpayer who helps fund their R&D activity. To find out more, read our Code of Conduct linked below.

FERDA is a Member organisation set up by, with and for all R&D tax advisory firms who are committed to improving standards in the sector. But ultimately, we serve the clients of our Member firms and the taxpayer who helps fund their R&D activity. If you are committed to best practice in R&D tax relief, then FERDA is for you.