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EXPERT INSIGHT: Social entrepreneurs occupy a unique position between communities and institutions, says Mark Swift. So how should the public sector recognise and make use of this perspective?

A new prime minister means uncertainty for the UK’s impact economy, and this week’s move of the Office for the Impact Economy out of the “heart of government” is leaving more questions than answers. How could the sector future-proof its relationship with government? 

Contest founder wants to “democratise access to entrepreneurship so where you start doesn't decide where you finish”. Also new this year, a six-week accelerator programme for 16 semi-finalists – entries must be in by 9 August.

Is the Office for the Impact Economy’s new home in DCMS a deprioritisation or an opportunity? As the dust settles after Andy Burnham became prime minister on Monday, social entrepreneurs, impact investors and others consider their new position in the political landscape.

OPINION: The UK's impact economy must seize the moment with the move of The Office for the Impact Economy to DCMS. Published today, a new proposal for how to define it from NPC and Social Investment Business should help.