Monthly Archives: November 2011

As Social Impact Bonds and payment-by-results pilots develop, commissioners are increasingly asking us ‘How should I procure such a service?’. Compared to traditional procurement processes, choosing a Social Impact Bond provider can seem daunting. Assessing the price to be paid … Continue reading →

Early action – building a fence at the top of the cliff rather than running an ambulance at the bottom – seems like common sense but, across our public services, it isn’t common practise. Why not? This is one of … Continue reading →

The Charity Commission has just released its report “Charity and Investment Matters: A guide for Trustees.” This guidance gives a very clear go-ahead for charities, trusts and foundations to explore social investment alongside their traditional grants and funding streams. This … Continue reading →