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This guide gives an overview of the main features of public sector expenditure planning, budgeting, management and reporting. It provides a historical perspective, to give readers an insight into why finance in central government has evolved into such a complex system.
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Authorities have never been under so much pressure to find alternative bases of service provision – to competition, types of contract, and service providers – and there have never been so many available. In this guide, the Commissioning Joint Committee (CJC) explains the pros and cons of these alternatives, to help you make informed decisions.
This book considers the range of financing options available to social enterprises engaging in public service delivery - including developments in social finance, social impact bonds, venture philanthropy, quasi-equity, and members’ shares.
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