The Contribution of the Social Enterprise Sector to the UK Economy

Abstract

Social enterprises (SEs) contribute significantly to the UK economy. Yet, their collective contributions are a hidden feat. This paper presents the development, scale and scope of these enterprises, followed by a guide to inform opportunities for future research. This study is important because it presents a critical insight into the contribution of SEs from a market with the world's first largest social investment wholesaler. This insight will improve systems and models designed to improve operations and performance of these organisations.