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Public services as a platform for giving

Given the current fiscal context, it’s entirely understandable that debates about the future of public services are dominated by how to make fewer financial resources go further – how to get more with less.

23.05.2011

Going local

Is data dull? The answer to this question is a resounding NO! In August 2010 NESTA launched a programme called Make it Local. The aim of the programme is to help show local authorities how to make the most of opening their data and working with digital developers to provide useful web-based services for their communities. 

23.03.2011

Going on tour with Co-production

We're spreading the message of co-production across the UK with our roadshow events.

23.03.2011

What we need is Mass Localism

Government has a habit of creating a false dilemma for itself: innovative but potentially flaky or safe and dull?

16.03.2011

Can challenge prizes give solutions?

"Clarity of both programme design and the challenge you set are critical to success"

We explore the debate around what makes a successful prize challenge to promote public and social innovation.

04.03.2011

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