Ruth ShaveCrisis response—community responsibility?In the last 15 years we’ve seen significant changes in UK civic life. As people’s political views have moved further apart, there’s a…Apr 1, 2020Apr 1, 2020
Ruth ShavePublic services should be delivered with values at their heart — says MinisterDavid Lidington set out improvements to government outsourcing earlier this weekNov 22, 2018Nov 22, 2018
Ruth ShaveWorking with startups: guide for local authoritiesWe’ve been partnering with public sector contracting bodies to build the Social Value Exchange. Here are a few tips from a startup to a…May 24, 2018May 24, 2018
Ruth ShaveThrough the lensA few stories from this week, seen through the lens Social Value.May 4, 2018May 4, 2018
Ruth ShaveWhy Social Value shouldn’t be an afterthoughtLet’s zoom out for a minute and talk about value.Apr 24, 2018Apr 24, 2018
Ruth ShaveThree current barriers to Social ValueYesterday we sat down with a group of procurement professionals and Social Value practitioners to discuss the abundant opportunities of…Mar 21, 20181Mar 21, 20181
Ruth ShaveCommunity investment: fad or future?Marks and Spencer is often named among corporate leaders who understand the future of business lies in creating and (not sacrificing)…Dec 14, 2017Dec 14, 2017
Ruth ShaveWhat can UK public services learn from online marketplaces?Let’s talk about markets.Mar 18, 2016Mar 18, 2016