Ireland is a ‘top R&D location’

IRELAND is one of the most competitive locations for research and development (R&D) investment in the world, according to a report.

Accountancy firm Mazars evaluated the cost of global R&D initiatives after tax and other cost incentives in 20 countries.

Of the countries examined, eight with attractive R&D tax regimes were analysed in depth to ascertain the most effective tax rate for companies making R&D investment.