Social enterprise and the New Deal for Working People

With the Labour Party returning to power, the issue of worker rights has emerged as a priority for government. The New Deal for Working People is the proposed flagship reform, offering a suite of policies aimed at enhancing protections and banning exploitative practices. While trade unions have been intimately involved in the development of this … Continued

New research shows social enterprises leading the way in employment practices

Our new paper, published in partnership with the Living Wage Foundation, delves into the quality of employment created by social enterprises compared to the wider business community. From training and pay to flexibility and inclusion, the report finds that social enterprises represent business at its best  – which helps them recruit and retain staff.