SEIS / EIS
Three-Step Investment Process
How the Process Works
The investment and tax relief process is administered in partnership with FounderCatalyst, who manage the legal documentation and HMRC compliance.
Tax relief eligibility depends on investor circumstances, HMRC approval, and ongoing compliance.
Step 1
Investment
The investor confirms their investment amount under SEIS or EIS and completes the subscription documents provided by FounderCatalyst.
Funds are then transferred to Whittaker Lemberg Productions Ltd.
Typical timeline: around 1 week
Step 2
Shares Issued
The company issues shares to the investor and completes the required filings with Companies House.
At this stage the investor becomes an official shareholder in Whittaker Lemberg Productions Ltd.
Typical timeline: 1–3 weeks after funds are received
Step 3
Production Activity & HMRC Approval
The investment is deployed into qualifying production activity for Mancbeth (development and pre-production).
Once HMRC conditions are met, FounderCatalyst submits the compliance statement to HMRC for approval. HMRC then authorises the tax relief certificates.
Typical timeline: approximately 4–6 months from investment
Tax Relief Certificates
Following HMRC approval, investors receive either:
- SEIS3 Certificate – 50% income tax relief
- EIS3 Certificate – 30% income tax relief
Investors can claim the relief immediately from HMRC or through their next tax return.
Carry-Back Benefit
Both SEIS and EIS allow tax relief to be carried back to the previous tax year.
Example: Investment made June 2026 — the investor may claim relief against the 2026/27 tax year, or carry it back to 2025/26. This can provide an immediate reduction in an investor’s current or previous tax liability.
Summary Timeline
Investment → Shares Issued → Production Spend → HMRC Certificate
Typical timeframe: approximately 4–6 months from investment to tax certificate
Investor Overview
- Government-backed SEIS / EIS tax relief
- Equity ownership in Whittaker Lemberg Productions Ltd
- Participation in the Mancbeth feature film and IP slate
- Full legal and HMRC compliance managed by FounderCatalyst
Speak to the Team
For the current investment materials, eligibility questions, or a direct conversation about the process, contact David Lemberg.