The search to find the 2008 Stelios Disabled Entrepreneur of the Year begins on Tuesday. The £50,000 award is run by Leonard Cheshire Disability and sponsored by Easygroup chairman Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, who says: 'With 50 per cent of disabled adults out of work, removing barriers disabled people face in business is essential. Self-employment is the only viable option for many.'

For details go to lcdisability.org/stelios. The closing date for entries is 5 September.