Developing Scotland's Economy: Increasing The Role Of Inclusive And Democratic Business Models

This independent report addresses the commitment in the National Strategy for Economic Transformation to "undertake and publish a review of how best to significantly increase the number of social enterprises, employee-owned businesses and co-operatives in Scotland", detailing 17 recommendations.


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Contact

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