Is public-service commissioning faulty by design?
New report from Reform think tank identifies 3 main faults with public sector commissioning: a lack of focus on outcomes, fragmentation & centralised control.
Poor commissioning threatens survival of small charities
New report from Lloyds Bank Foundation finds that poor commissioning practices threaten the survival of small charities.
PbR jargon demystified (4) S-Z
Last in a series of infographics which demystify the jargon and technical terms associated with the payment by results commissioning model.
PbR jargon demystified (3) M-R
Third in a series of infographics which demystify the jargon and technical terms associated with the payment by results commissioning model.
PbR jargon demystified (2) G-L
Second in a series of infographics which demystify the jargon and technical terms associated with the payment by results commissioning model.
The 10 (updated) Commandments of Payment by Results
An updated set of principles for commissioning by payment by results based on a substantial review of the most recent research.
PbR jargon demystified (1) A-F
First in a series of infographics which demystify the jargon and technical terms associated with the payment by results commissioning model.
Good practice for commissioning substance misuse
Public Health England has just updated its two good practice guides for commissioning drug and alcohol prevention, treatment and recovery services.
Devolution and multiple needs
New report from MEAM argues that devolution is a great opportunity to improve the co-ordination and impact of services for people with mutliple needs.
The pros and cons of Payment by Results
Emerging findings from the use of Payment by Results in international development show clear benefits alongside a number of concerns.
Can the new Work Programme succeed?
Reform report says new Work and Health Programme should level the playing field for possible providers but still recommends heavy PbR approach.
Social Impact Bonds: The early years
New report from Social Finance looks at the spread of social impact bonds across the globe and expects their development to become less complex.
