PBE's latest analysis of local authority spending on children's services in England between 2010-11 and 2021-22. Read more
Pro Bono Economics conducted an analysis of Starlight's Distraction and Boost Box programmes, looking at the potential benefits, including 'freed up' NHS staff time and a reduction in the number of sedations, compared with the cost of delivery. Read more
New analysis by PBE of the financial and wellbeing benefits of grants for fridge-freezers and washing machines, commissioned by the Association of Charitable Organisations (ACO). Read more
The third instalment of the quarterly VCSE Sector Barometer shines a spotlight on the volunteer recruitment and retention challenges faced by charities, against a backdrop of high demand but cautious optimism. Read more
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Research and Policy Analyst Beth Kitson gives her reaction to this month's ONS labour market statistics. Read more
Jansev Jemal, PBE's Director of Research and Policy, gives her reaction to this month's ONS labour market statistics. Read more
Jansev Jemal, PBE's Director of Research and Policy, gives her reaction to this month's ONS consumer price inflation statistics. Read more
Local councillors Julian Brazil and John McKay discuss how they plan to unlock the full potential of civil society in South Hams, Devon. Read more
PBE Chair Lord Gus O'Donnell and Be the Business Chair Sir Charlie Mayfield make the case for putting the social sector at the heart of the UK's productivity drive. Read more