European funding for the social economy faces uncertainty over the coming months – but European Commission representatives reiterate strong support and point to success of existing financial instruments.
An EU law on how large companies report sustainability information is up for review, with a public consultation closing on 11 June. To have a real impact, the legislation needs much clearer requirements, argues law firm Frank Bold.
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How do you allocate just the right amount of resources to measuring the effectiveness of a global development programme? Reflections from the Inclusive Business Action Network.
Recent laws make reporting on sustainability issues obligatory – but research on 1,000 companies revealed today shows the quality and detail of information provided is worryingly poor.
Bite-sized stories this week from the impact economy around the world: ups and downs in Europe's social enterprise movement, Omidyar's latest spinout, Malaysian businesses get new accrediation, new appointments and a sad departure.
Systemic impact requires sound policies as well as cash. The European Commission’s Ann Branch on how Brussels is navigating the sometimes delicate balance of advancing social investment – and where it's focusing next.
As the UK bows out of Europe, Euclid Network CEO Suzanne Wisse-Huiskes shares what Brussels is doing for social enterprises in the remaining EU-27 – and what more could be done.
