Final Report

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This final report in the work of The Lilac Review highlights areas where Disabled entrepreneurs urgently need support, where all parts of society can do more to create an equal world, and how we can create opportunities for Disabled founders that build growth into our economy as a whole.

The Review and stakeholders acknowledge throughout this work that there is a much bigger case to be made for change than merely helping a marginalised community. Disabled entrepreneurs make up a quarter of all entrepreneurs, are in all sectors and parts of the economy. Bringing down barriers creates economic opportunities for growth for the UK as a whole. Not only does this impact Disabled people, but where systemic barriers are brought down, almost always it brings down barriers for other groups, and often makes life easier for all. Examples of disability driven innovation classically include the electric toothbrush, developed for people with limited motor skills, and the text message, created for Deaf people to communicate. Creating solutions for this use case will create innovations that impact us all.

The Lilac Review focuses on the experiences, challenges, and needs of Disabled entrepreneurs in the UK. It highlights the barriers faced, the support mechanisms in place, and recommendations for improving the business landscape for Disabled business owners. Following on from the Interim Report in May 2024, this final report expands on those recommendations.