Freddie is right,
If you cannot get a PtF, you can't fly it in the UK. In theory, anyone can apply for the permit (for a new type) but you would need mega effort to jump through many CAA hoops and no guarantee at the end.
In general, kit built helicopters are best on the ground being "engineered" IMO.
LASORs only deals with flight crew licensing aspects. You need to look at the airworthiness side of things.
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