Useful Big Society links
The chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy has produced a short document outlining what the Big Society is about, what the localism bill is about and what commissioning might look like. They are also involved in delivering commissioning training to local charities and organisations. The document is really clear. If you want to get to the heart of these three significant government initiatives then read on:
Download a copy at: http://www.cipfa.org.uk/panels/charity/publications.cfm
CIPFA also has a ‘Big Society’ website at: http://www.cipfa.org.uk/bigsociety
“Our language can be an obstacle. Sometimes the same words can have completely different meanings.”
Participant in Manchester seminar
