The Proposal: Digital ID in the UK
Balancing Security, Privacy, and Accessibility in the UK’s New Digital ID System In September 2025, the UK government announced a plan to introduce a mandatory digital ID for citizens and …
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Balancing Security, Privacy, and Accessibility in the UK’s New Digital ID System In September 2025, the UK government announced a plan to introduce a mandatory digital ID for citizens and …
The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 has been replaced by the Equality Act 2010, but its spirit lives on. The Equality Act not only carried forward the protections of the DDA but also expanded them, creating a more comprehensive framework for tackling discrimination. For disabled people, this means their rights are now protected under a single, stronger piece of legislation, but ensuring those rights are respected still requires continued advocacy, awareness, and enforcement.
With the government pushing people who are unwell or disabled back into work, it only makes sense to consider creating your own business if suitable employment cannot be found. Job hunting often comes with pitfalls; employers can pick and choose, leaving many applicants overlooked despite their skills and determination. By becoming self-employed, you step into the role of your own boss, giving you the freedom to adapt your business around your disability, rather than struggling to fit into rigid workplace expectations.
Job hunting and running a business share a common struggle; despite effort, visibility, and determination, opportunities remain scarce. The case of Joe Emery highlights the reality that many people face: endless applications, countless rejections, and a system that seems blind to the human toll of unemployment. Businesses, particularly disabled entrepreneurs, mirror this struggle, working tirelessly yet seeing minimal returns.
Employing staff as a Disabled Entrepreneur Freelancer or Sole Trader is entirely possible and a powerful way to grow your business. By following these steps, registering as an employer, writing contracts, setting up payroll, issuing payslips, and fulfilling your legal obligations, you can build a reliable team to deliver contracts successfully. Whether you use fixed contracts or flexible zero-hours agreements, staying compliant ensures professionalism, protects your business, and builds trust with your employees.
Disabled entrepreneurs bring resilience, creativity, and innovation to both employment and self-employment. By developing core skills—ranging from digital literacy and communication to financial management and leadership- disabled individuals can thrive in today’s competitive economy. With the right support, training, and opportunities, disabled entrepreneurs can transform barriers into stepping stones. At Disabled Entrepreneur UK, we are committed to providing that support every step of the way.
In many UK workplaces, employees are expected to work an 8-hour day, yet only receive payment for 7 of those hours due to an unpaid break. While this practice is legally permissible under the Working Time Regulations 1998, it raises serious questions about fairness, autonomy, and potential human rights violations, especially when employers go a step further and dictate what an employee can or cannot do during their unpaid time.
Avoiding moving scams is especially important for disabled people. Learn how disability-specific reviews provide protection.
For both abled and disabled individuals, property transactions can be stressful, particularly if mobility, mental health, or accessibility needs are overlooked. Therefore, it’s essential to work with professionals who understand these challenges and can provide tailored support throughout the process.
Job hunting can be an emotional rollercoaster. For many applicants, it’s not just about career advancement, it’s about survival, stability, and dignity. Yet far too often, candidates are left in the dark, ignored for months or indefinitely “ghosted” after investing time, energy, and hope into their application. The silence can be deafening, and detrimental to mental health.