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How to Start a Business From Scratch

There has never been a more empowering time to start a business from scratch, especially if you are long-term unemployed, disabled, or seeking independence from a system that doesn’t always serve you. With government policy actively encouraging people to return to work, including those who face barriers due to disability or health, starting your own business can be a powerful, self-directed solution. You gain not only control over your income and routine but also protection from benefit sanctions, while still receiving financial support as you build your dream from the ground up.

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Protecting Your Finances in Case of Hospitalisation or Sanctions

Emergencies rarely come with warnings. Whether it’s a sudden illness, an accident, or a worsening of a long-term condition, being hospitalised unexpectedly can make it impossible to manage your everyday financial obligations. For disabled individuals, carers, or people living with chronic illnesses, preparing in advance for such scenarios can provide peace of mind and protect your financial stability.

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UN Raises Alarm Over Labour’s Disability Benefit Cuts: “A Continuation of Tory Austerity”

An urgent letter from the United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) to the UK government has sparked outrage and concern within the disability community. The correspondence, sent Monday evening (07/07/25), follows a coordinated campaign by disabled people’s organisations (DPOs) who presented damning evidence of how the proposed cuts to out-of-work disability benefits could worsen the lives of thousands of disabled people.

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Why Can’t Governments Just Reset the Economy?

If governments are drowning in debt and slashing public services, why not just “press reset” and start again? When budget cuts and tax hikes hit the most vulnerable, many wonder why central banks can’t simply wipe the slate clean. Here’s why the real issue isn’t ability, it’s political will.

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The Definition of Hate Crime and What the Law Says

Hate crime is a violation of human rights and a crime against the very values of equality, dignity, and respect. It tears communities apart and leaves victims in emotional ruins. Society must come together to condemn hate, strengthen the law, and support victims. Most importantly, we must remember that diversity is our strength, and no one should be made to feel unsafe for simply being who they are.

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A Nation on Edge: What You Need to Know About Labour’s Benefits Reform and the PIP Shake-Up

“Vouchers Are Not A Lifeline, They Are A Limitation. This move is discriminatory, removes choice, and reinforces stigma”.
Furthermore, vouchers could severely isolate individuals with non-visible or fluctuating disabilities who may already struggle to go outside, use public transport, or interact with others due to pain, fatigue, or anxiety. For example, someone with severe OCD, PTSD, or Crohn’s disease may rely on online retailers or niche services for survival, many of which may not accept government-issued vouchers.

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Welfare Vote Sparks Outrage Amid Criticism of ‘Two-Tier’ PIP Plans

While reforming PIP to make it more compassionate and efficient is a valid goal, the current welfare vote signals a dangerous turn toward conditionality and restriction. The proposed “two-tier” approach risks further marginalising vulnerable people and failing to address the diverse spectrum of disability and illness in the UK. Without meaningful consultation, real investment, and a focus on dignity and independence, the government may not be reforming welfare, but dismantling it.

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⚖️ Concessions in the Welfare Reform Bill & What It Means

In a significant pivot, the UK government has introduced major concessions to its welfare reform bill, aiming to balance fiscal caution with social justice. The move follows mounting pressure from disability rights advocates, backbench MPs, and public concern about the sweeping changes initially proposed.