Slight recovery in voluntary sector employment
19 April 2012
Employment levels increased by around 5% during the last quarter of 2011, following six consecutive quarters in which it has fallen or remained static. More
Growth not the only way to increase impact, says social enterprise research
18 April 2012
New research highlights ways in which social enterprises can expand their benefits, using case studies from the early years sector. More
Research confirms ‘warm glow’ of working in the voluntary sector
13 April 2012
New research confirms what many have often asserted – those working in the voluntary sector are more satisfied with their jobs. More
UK-wide survey of charities’ impact measurement practices
22 March 2012
NPC, NCVO, ACEVO, CES and TSRC are carrying out a major research project explore how charities in the UK are measuring their impact. More
Still early days for impact measurement in the housing sector
15 March 2012
New research, undertaken for HACT, offers an up-to-date picture of tools being used by housing organisations to measure social impact. More
Address barriers to housing ex-offenders
6 March 2012
New research shows ex-offenders face significant barriers to securing accommodation. It calls for more transparent housing assessment and greater partnership working. More
Time for a strategic debate about the future of the third sector?
5 March 2012
The third sector faces upheaval in its economic and political environment. TSRC researchers suggest sector-wide debate might be needed. More
New research explores role and influence of Big Lottery Fund
28 February 2012
TSRC explored BIG's impact on the third sector. We find that their funding has had an impact on the direction and policy of the sector as a whole. more