News

09 Dec 2015

The value of Social Return on Investment

There are many preconceptions about Social Return on Investment (SROI) that make it off-putting for social enterprises but it mustn't been seen as a chore, it's an absolute necessity. Inspire2Enterprise's Wendy Gibbs helps Pioneers Post demystify these. Read more

03 Dec 2015

British Council publishes rich resource for social enterprises

The British Council has recently commissioned and published a report that provides a comprehensive introduction to the UK's thriving social enterprise sector. Brimming with examples and useful links, covering everything from ownership structures to impact measurement, this is an authoritative and engaging resource for those working in the sector. Read more

30 Nov 2015

Celebrating the sector at UK Social Enterprise Awards

Last Thursday saw social enterprises from across the country come together for a night of celebration at the annual UK Social Enterprise Awards. The Awards, organised by the trade and membership body, Social Enterprise UK, recognises outstanding achievements by social enterprises. Read more

25 Nov 2015

Mixed bag for third sector in this year's Spending Review

Today Chancellor George Osborne set out his spending plans for the next four years in the Autumn Statement and Spending Review which were a mixed bag for the third sector. Read more

16 Nov 2015

£12m care and wellbeing fund to invest in community care

Big Society Capital and Macmillan Cancer Support have formed a partnership to launch a £12m Care and Wellbeing Fund to lend money to develop and scale community care services. Read more