Research reveals gaps between rhetoric and reality of Big Society plans
A report, funded by North West Together We Can, has revealed gaps in the Government's expectations for the Big Society.
The Government's Big Society plans envisage a key role for social enterprises in delivering public services and supporting community action.
But a new report commissioned by NWTWC, and produced by leading think tank ippr north, reveals an 'inconvenient truth' for the new coalition. It warns that, without support, community and social enterprise will not be able to rise to the challenge of the Big Society.
North West Together We Can continues Targeted Support funding
”Supporting communities during the downturn means working with and listening to the people based in those communities who see the challenge close up and know what is needed to make a difference.” Government minister.
Projects funded by NWTWC through the Targeted Support Fund are doing just that... find out how >
Celebrate empowerment success!
We're holding an awards ceremony in September for our Empowerment Awards successes …
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