Enterprise Strategy

a strategy for success

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Social Enterprise:

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Foreword by the Prime Minister

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Introduction by the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry

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Executive Summary

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Social enterprise explained

1.1 Definition and characteristics 1.2 The international dimension

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Our strategic vision

2.1 Introduction 2.2 Driving up competitiveness and productivity 2.3 Creating wealth through sustainable economic activity 2.4 Neighbourhood and urban renewal and regeneration 2.5 Public service delivery and reform 2.6 Social and financial inclusion: social capital and active citizenship

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Meeting the challenges

3.1 Introduction 3.2 Barriers 3.3 The key outcomes 3.4 The role of Government 3.5 The role of intermediaries and other organisations

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Create an enabling environment

4.1 Government role in creating an enabling environment a) A strengthened agenda for the DTI b) The role of the Regional Development Agencies and Government Offices c) The role of other government departments d) The role of local government 4.2 Legal and regulatory issues a) Existing legal forms b) Regulatory and administrative issues 4.3 Public procurement a) Promote greater understanding of social enterprises among public sector procurers b) Increase expertise on procurement within social enterprises

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Make social enterprises better businesses

5.1 Business support and training a) Training the trainers and business support providers b) Business training and support for social enterprises c) Networks d) Social enterprise specific training e) Models and replication 5.2 Finance and funding a) Monitor what is currently available and identify gaps b) Build capacity and financial awareness to help social enterprises make stronger bids for financial support c) Addressing the asset transfer issue d) Tackle ‘clawback’ clauses e) Simplify grant...