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We have introduced a new
We have introduced a new legal form – the Community Interest
Company (CIC) – and want to support new enterprises. As a major
stimulus to this sector, central government and local authorities will
work with these ‘social enterprises’ wherever possible.Where services
can be provided by mutuals, cooperatives or CICs to the required standards
of quality and value for money, they should be positively encouraged
to develop and be included in procurement policies.We will
discuss with local authorities the best way to achieve this.