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From April 2026, quarterly digital tax updates will become a legal requirement for many self-employed people. While MTD is intended to streamline the tax system, it also poses new hurdles for disabled entrepreneurs on Universal Credit, who already face disproportionate pressures in managing both business and health. The key is to prepare early, explore HMRC’s webinars and guidance, and seek out accessible accounting solutions.
Regardless if you are an able-bodied or disabled person, starting or expanding a business, one of the most important decisions is choosing the right legal structure. In the UK, the most common options are Sole Trader, Partnership, and Limited Company (Director-owned). Each comes with its own legal, financial, and tax obligations. Understanding the differences will help you make an informed choice, avoid pitfalls, and remain compliant with HMRC and Companies House.
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.
Starting your own business is more than just a way to earn a living—it gives you a sense of purpose, independence, and personal achievement. It allows you to take control of your future while contributing to society. As an entrepreneur, people will look up to you for having the courage to take the plunge, and your journey can inspire others to do the same.
What Is Fear? Fear is a powerful emotion that can significantly impact mental health, particularly for individuals facing financial uncertainty. Many people live in a state of constant worry, unsure …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has highlighted two critical factors that could influence Universal Credit (UC) payments: changes in relationship status and fluctuations in earnings and savings. These factors are particularly pertinent for individuals who are self-employed, disabled, or engaged in education.
Running a business while managing a disability can be challenging, but there are various government support schemes available in the UK to help self-employed disabled individuals. Below is an overview of financial assistance that may be available to you.
Clear policies and guidance are essential to ensure that UC claimants can benefit from support intended to help them, rather than seeing it redirected to offset government expenditure.
Navigating Universal Credit (UC) is challenging enough, but the added stigma and lack of empathy from government staff can leave you questioning your very identity. For many, the pursuit of building a better life through entrepreneurship or fulfilling roles as carers is met not with support, but with scrutiny. It’s a system that often feels designed to make you doubt your capabilities and worth, a dynamic that erodes confidence and fosters resentment.