by admin | Mar 6, 2026 | Entrepreneurship
When people think about entrepreneurs, they often picture bold risk-takers, confident networkers, or people with big, loud ideas. They don’t often picture carers. But perhaps they should. Because carers already possess many of the qualities that make exceptional...
by admin | Jan 17, 2026 | Research
Over 1 in 10 self-employed workers are unpaid carers, yet government support remains scarce Half a million and counting self-employed individuals in the UK are unpaid carers, shouldering immense responsibilities with little support, reveals a new report by IPSE (the...
by admin | Jan 9, 2026 | In the news
Carer’s Allowance is increasing from April 2026 — but for many carers, it’s still not enough. From April 2026: • Carer’s Allowance will rise by £3.15 a week, from £83.30 to £86.45• The earnings threshold will increase from £196 to £204 a week• The Carer Element of...
by admin | Nov 14, 2025 | Taking Action
When you’re just getting started in self-employment, the last thing you want is to spend loads of money on tools you don’t really need. Luckily, there are so many free or low-cost apps and platforms that can help you look professional, stay organised, and even make...
by admin | Nov 14, 2025 | Taking Action
If your to-do list is long, your energy is low, and your brain feels like a browser with too many tabs open… you’re not alone.When you’re caring for someone (or have done in the past), life already demands so much from you. The idea of starting something...
