Work
The Directgov Extended Working Life Widget is designed to help people ask questions of themselves to understand their options when nearing retirement. It signposts to information and services on Directgov that offer practical advice and support to help people plan effectively and confidently for their future.
Changing the way you work in later life
Who can request flexible working?
Should I Disclose a Disability to a Potential Employer? (The Careers Service/Cardiff University)
Self-employment
My New Business, an online resource for people interested in starting their own business. Launched by Business Link in November 2011, this website provides free access to more than 200 videos, tutorials and tools. It includes a start-up learning directory, key start up tools, information on government services and sources of business expertise, advice and support schemes.
Business Gateway (in Scotland)
Business Eye (in Wales)
Enterprise Agencies – training programmes
Start Up Donut, a guide to starting a new business with free resources
Start Your Own Business provides information and advise for new business start-ups
Byte Start provides business guides for start-ups
HM Revenue and Customs provides advice on tax issues
HMRC Free Business Advice Open Days
National Federation of Enterprise Agencies
The Olderpreneur (a network forum)
Saga (online information for the over-50s)
Becoming self-employed if you are over 50
Citizens Advice provide a useful fact sheet with information about self-employment. This includes setting up in business, employing other people and financial issues. It also gives details of further sources of help and advice.
The Royal British Legion (support for the Armed Forces)
Disclaimer
This site is for help and information only. It is not meant as an authoritative guide. It is not meant as an authoritative statement of the law, and future changes in the law and other programmes and initiatives could make it less accurate at times. TAEN, the Department for Work and Pensions and the European Social Fund take no responsibility for your use of the information. You should always take professional advice on any specific legal or financial matter.
