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 …
Has the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 Been Replaced?
The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 has been replaced by the Equality Act 2010, but its spirit lives on.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.
Making Tax Digital (MTD): For Self-Employed & Disabled Entrepreneurs
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.
Proposal to Replace PIP with ACDP Gains Momentum
At DisabledEntrepreneur.uk, we support the ACDP approach because it is designed by disabled people, for disabled people, and recognises the full reality of daily barriers. We reject any system that forces claimants to “prove” their disability-related costs with receipts or spending controls, as this strips people of dignity and human rights. Disabled people know best how to manage their own lives and finances; what they need is trust, fair support, and recognition of the extra costs they face, not surveillance.
Universal Credit Face To Face Verification
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) requires claimants to verify their identity when applying for Universal Credit. While many applicants can complete this process online, others are referred to face-to-face verification at their local Jobcentre. The purpose of this step is to prevent fraud, ensure that benefit payments are made to the correct person, and confirm eligibility.
Union Jack, Rights, and Refugees
The Union Jack controversy highlights a deep divide between patriotism and humanitarian duty. British citizens should feel free to be proud of their heritage, while migrants should not be dehumanised. Ultimately, ‘ALL HUMANS DESERVE DIGNITY’ and the protection of their basic rights, regardless of citizenship. The real path forward lies not in pitting communities against each other, but in finding fair, practical solutions that honour both national sovereignty and universal human rights.
Angela Rayner Stamp Duty and Resignation
Angela Rayner’s case highlights a bigger issue than one politician’s finances. It raises questions about trust, accountability, and fairness in the political system. While the courts or HMRC may decide whether any wrongdoing occurred, the court of public opinion has already drawn its verdict: the public demands equality before the law. No one, regardless of their position, should be able to bypass responsibilities that ordinary citizens would face the full force of the law for. If the rules apply to us, they must apply to them, too.
The Harsh Reality of Job Hunting in Today’s Economy
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.
The UK Government’s Talks on Abolishing Human Rights Act
The UK government’s move to abolish the Human Rights Act and potentially leave the ECHR could leave citizens with no enforceable rights. What would this mean for the public, migrants, and democracy?
The Vicious Cycle Of Financial Hardship
With the infusion of investment to expand its team of developers and digital marketers, Disabled Entrepreneur Disability UK aims to reach even greater heights, ensuring a more inclusive and prosperous future for the disabled community.