Navigating the language of social investing: the role of power and ambiguity

Academic research shows how power dynamics between social investors and social enterprises can shift in the face of major economic and social shocks, such as COVID. Dr Julia Morley from the London School of Economics explains the key findings of her recent paper Talking Across Purposes. Social investing has become a transformative force, directing private … Continued

Take action now to support SEUK’s dormant assets campaign

SEUK is campaigning in support of the Community Enterprise Growth Plan – a plan which will support social enterprises get access to the suitable and affordable finance they need to develop and grow. We’re calling on all social enterprises to support the campaign by writing to their MP using our simple template letter and online portal.

Charity Bank marks 20 years since its incorporation

October 2022 Charity Bank was officially launched at 11 Downing Street by then Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown, on 17 October 2002. Since then, Charity Bank has continued to be owned by and committed to supporting the social sector, making more than 1,100 loans totalling over £400m to housing, education, social care, community, and … Continued