All Blog articles
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A shock to the system
By Rob Abercrombie.
On 23 June 2015.
There is strong logic for a systems change approach, but it means breaking down artificial boundaries.
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The upsides of spending down
By Farooq Sabri.
On 22 June 2015.
UK charitable foundations generally choose stable giving over more dynamic options. But that may not be the right choice.
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Justice Data Lab now a permanent service!
By Tracey Gyateng.
On 18 June 2015.
Great news from the Ministry of Justice and an opportunity to reflect on the progress made so far.
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What’s the point of conferences?
By Tris Lumley.
On 17 June 2015.
Conferences can often feel like starting a conversation and then leaving half way through, just when it starts to get interesting.
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Yes they can! Impact measurement in small charities
By Sarah Handley.
On 15 June 2015.
In light of Small Charity Week, Sarah Handley looks at the barriers to impact measurement in small charities and how these can be overcome.
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Insights on innovation: The three ‘I’s
By Sue Wixley.
On 12 June 2015.
NPC's contribution to our joint essay collection with ActionAid UK: 'Insights on Innovation'.
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9% loss on a social investment portfolio—good or bad?
By Dan Corry.
On 11 June 2015.
Welcoming new data on the financial performance of social investment deals in the UK, Dan Corry examines what the 9% loss means.
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What can the FA Cup teach charities about backing a winner?
By Farooq Sabri.
On 9 June 2015.
Charities aim for ambitious goals in the face of tough opposition. So if you want to back a winner, where have charities enjoyed the greatest success recently?
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