Grant Thornton UK LLP, a leading financial and business adviser, has joined Tiga. The Grant Thornton Technology Group will be of particular interest to Tiga members. The Group has a strong track record of providing advisory services to dynamic, technology-based businesses. These services include corporate finance, project finance, business planning, taxation and audit. The Technology Group provides a coordinated range of services at every stage of business development.

Sam Vanags, Head of the Grant Thornton R&D tax credit team said:

"We are delighted to join Tiga and look forward to helping members realise the full potential of their businesses. The wealth of experience we have in the sector means we can offer practical hands-on help on all business issues.

"Tax is a key area where Grant Thornton can help. Members should make sure they have maximised the company’s claim for R&D tax relief as this provides valuable cash to games developers and should not be overlooked. With our strong relationships with the HMRC specialist R&D units we have a track record of success.

"Members are welcome to call me on 01865 799805 for free information on maximising their company’s R&D claim. This relief can be obtained swiftly by the Grant Thornton team and members can opt for an agreement under which no fee is payable unless their claim is successful."

Richard Wilson, CEO of Tiga, said:

“It is a testament to the quality of our membership and the growing impetus behind Tiga that such an experienced commercial organisation like Grant Thornton UK LLP is keen to join Tiga. The Grant Thornton Technology Group will bring first class business advice to Tiga members.

“I am also confident that Sam Vanags will make a valuable contribution to Tiga’s planned Tax Group. The Tiga Tax Group will help to develop and to improve the quality of our fiscal proposals to Government and as such constitutes an important development of our lobbying capability.”