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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

After reaching out to Kene Partners to review our suitability for an R&D Claim, we were guided through every step of the way of our original claim and then also throughout the review process with HMRC... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We recently worked with Kene on our R&D claim and found the whole process to be seamless. Gabi’s initial introductions gave us a clear understanding of the steps involved and the information required... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent support from Ben Yardley and their full team. The Inland Revenue decided to push back and investigate an R&D Claim after paying it 11 months previously. Kene went above and beyond to support... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The team at Kene.Partners guided us through numerous years of submissions. Most importantly, when we were challenged as a business by HMRC, their integrity and professionalism as a business resulted i... See more

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Company details

  1. Tax Consultant
  2. Business to Business Service
  3. Financial Consultant
  4. Non-Bank Financial Service
  5. Tax Advisor
  6. Tax Preparation Service

About Kene

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We’re a passionate team of R&D funding specialists on a mission to help ambitious SMEs unlock opportunities and thrive.

From securing millions in government funding to empowering businesses to innovate and tackle big challenges, we’re here to fuel growth and make great ideas happen.

With technical expertise you can trust and a people-first approach, we turn complex funding into clear, tailored solutions. Think of us as your guide to navigating R&D incentives, helping you take your innovation further, faster—and with confidence.

Want to find out more? Visit Kene.Partners and book your free, no strings consultation.

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First time claiming? We’ll help uncover the projects that could qualify for R&D funding. Already claiming? Let’s run a health check to ensure you’re maximising every opportunity. Wherever you are on your journey, we’re here to help your business thrive—let’s get started!

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4.8

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great for grant writing

Claire was great and helped us win a large grant. We previously wrote five without success and with her, got our first win.

January 14, 2026
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Reply from Kene

Thank you for the kind review. We’re really pleased to hear Claire helped you secure your first grant win.

It’s great to know the support made a difference.

– The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great communication and facilitation by…

Great communication and facilitation by Kene. Their expertise and professionalism helps make the process smooth.

July 23, 2025
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Reply from Kene

Thank you for your feedback.

We appreciate your kind words and the opportunity to work with you.

– The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/10 service

After reaching out to Kene Partners to review our suitability for an R&D Claim, we were guided through every step of the way of our original claim and then also throughout the review process with HMRC. Thanks to Fergus the team at Kene our claim was successful and the process was seamless. The service their friendly and knowledgeable team are highly recommended by us.

March 2, 2026
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Reply from Kene

Thank you for the detailed feedback.

We’re pleased we could guide you through both the initial claim and the HMRC review process.

We’ll pass your thanks on to Fergus and the wider team. We really appreciate the recommendation and the trust you’ve placed in us.

– The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Klara is an asset to Kene Partners

Klara is an asset to Kene Partners. Her technical understanding of engineering and the R&D claim procedure makes for a very smooth claim process. I highly recommend *****

March 6, 2026
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Reply from Kene

Thank you for your kind feedback.

We’re pleased to hear that Klara’s technical understanding and clear guidance helped make the claim process run smoothly.
We appreciate the recommendation and look forward to continuing to support you.

– The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent support from Ben Yardley and…

Excellent support from Ben Yardley and their full team. The Inland Revenue decided to push back and investigate an R&D Claim after paying it 11 months previously. Kene went above and beyond to support our claim and after several letters they were succesful in defending it in full. If you are doing R&D Claims this specialised experience and support is critical. Really big thanks gents!

March 2, 2026
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Reply from Kene

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

We’re pleased we could support you through the enquiry to a positive outcome.

We’ll pass your thanks on to Ben and the wider team. Your trust means a great deal.

– The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Claire was a great help and organiser…

Claire was a great help and organiser during this process and i look forward to continue working together in the future

March 4, 2026
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Reply from Kene

Thank you for your feedback.

We’re pleased to hear Claire was such a strong support throughout the process.

We look forward to continuing to work together and supporting you in the future.

– The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

ADOPT1 success

Great attention to detail, enthusiasm for the subject and as a result high win and execution statistics. A pleasure to work with.

March 2, 2026
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Reply from Kene

Thank you for the kind words.

It’s been a pleasure working with you as well, and we appreciate the trust you’ve placed in us.

– The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent and very professional service…


Excellent and very professional service from Kene Team. They helped us on our R&D claim, and we received full support throughout a whole process, so it went as smoothly as possible.

When HMR&C opened an enquiry, to check compliance of our projects with R&D Tax Relief guidance, they offered us all help from day one, until it was defended and closed. We felt that we are in good hands all the time, and I can't express enough of my gratitude to Nathan, Sam, Dan, Tokzhan and other Kene Team members for their assistance, knowledge, patience and such dedication to help us in this process. I cannot recommend them enough. They have made an outstanding job, and I'll be using their services in the future.

February 26, 2026
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Reply from Kene

Thank you for such a detailed and generous review.
We’re pleased we could support you throughout the full claim process and during the HMRC enquiry.
We appreciate your trust and look forward to working with you again in the future.
– The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service - very professional and thorough process. Would recommend for your R&D claim.

February 20, 2026
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Reply from Kene

Thank you for your kind words. Taking the time to get the detail right helps ensure submissions are robust and well supported.
We’re grateful for the recommendation and pleased we could assist.
– The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Response Time!

Their responses were very speedy and the turnaround time was exactly what we needed – no delays, clear communication throughout.

Would definitely recommend using them!

February 17, 2026
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Reply from Kene

Thank you for the feedback.
We know timing matters, especially when you are working to financial and reporting deadlines.
We appreciate the recommendation and look forward to supporting you again.
– The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service from the Kene team from…

Great service from the Kene team from the initial onboarding through to the final claims for the period. Chris and the team were always available to help advise, guide and ultimately draft and submit all the required docs. Despite the tight timeline for our claim they delivered an exceptional level of support and engagement.

February 11, 2026
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Reply from Kene

Thank you for such thoughtful feedback.

We’re delighted to hear that you had a positive experience.It’s great to know that Chris and the team delivered the level of support and engagement you needed.

We really value your trust and look forward to continuing to support your innovation journey.

-The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Best Partners A Business Could Hope For

The team at Kene.Partners guided us through numerous years of submissions. Most importantly, when we were challenged as a business by HMRC, their integrity and professionalism as a business resulted in all projects being accepted. R&D tax credits are very easy to get wrong, Kene.Partners ensure you only claim on projects which fall within the rules set out by HMRC. I cannot recommend them enough.

February 10, 2026
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Reply from Kene

Thank you for the kind words and for trusting us over a number of years.
We’re pleased our focus on integrity, clear advice and robust evidence gave you confidence.
We really appreciate the recommendation and look forward to continuing to support you.

-The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant. You are in safe hands with Kene

Professional, successful and focused on both the big picture and the detail. Highly recommend.

December 16, 2025
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Reply from Kene

Thank you so much for this wonderful review. We’re thrilled to hear you felt in safe hands. We appreciate the recommendation, and we’re glad we could support your innovation journey.

-The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another great service from Kene

Another great service from Kene. Many thanks for all your help & support.

December 10, 2025
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Reply from Kene

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Kene provided another great service.

Your appreciation means a lot to us.

- The Kene Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great knowledge and superb service!

November 1, 2024
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Reply from Kene

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you were happy with our service and knowledge. We really appreciate your support!

The Kene Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kene is the Team for your Supporting you on R&D

We recently worked with Kene on our R&D claim and found the whole process to be seamless. Gabi’s initial introductions gave us a clear understanding of the steps involved and the information required at each stage. Chris then guided us through gathering the facts and costs to build the technical content of the claim. He took the time to explain what could and couldn’t be included, which has not only strengthened this return but will also help us organise our record keeping for future claims more efficiently. We’ll certainly be turning to Kene for support again. Many thanks to the team!

September 19, 2025
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Reply from Kene

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that Gabi and Chris were able to guide you through the R&D claim process smoothly and provide clarity every step of the way. It’s great to know that our approach not only helped with this claim but also set you up for easier record-keeping in the future. We really appreciate your trust in Kene and look forward to supporting you again next time!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best to file R&D claim

Want your R&D claim go to Keen Partners. Their team is knowledgeable, efficient, and will the entire process smooth from start to finish. Tom Jennings, who will guide throughout the process. His insights and responsiveness will be particularly helpful in ensuring claim is accurate. Highly recommended for any business looking to navigate R&D tax relief with confidence.

August 29, 2024
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Reply from Kene

Hi Rakesh, thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We are delighted to hear that your experience with the team was smooth and successful. Tom and the team always try to offer expert guidance and responsive support throughout the process, so it's wonderful to know that made a difference for you.

The Kene team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kene became one of our team members for…

Kene became one of our team members for our R&D tax credit claim!
Tom Jennings and the whole team were an embedded partner to our team and helped us claim over £ 100k in R&D tax credits for two consecutive years.
I recommend it to anyone who reads this.

April 4, 2025
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Reply from Kene

Thank you so much for your kind words!

We're thrilled to have felt like part of your team — that's exactly how we aim to work. Tom and the wider team really enjoyed supporting your R&D journey, and we're so pleased to have helped you secure over £100k in tax credits across two years. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to supporting you again in the future.

— The Kene Team

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