The Coalition Government has set out the way forward for public services. The devolution of power, giving taxpayers the information to monitor performance and greater sharing of services are the main elements of the strategy.

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The Office for Civil Society is planning to award grant funding agreements to organisations and groups of organisations, that can deliver the National Citizenship Programme in a range of locations across England during summer 2011.

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This report from Turning Point, a UK health and social care provider, evaluates the economic savings available from integrating a broad range of health, housing and social care services. It finds significant evidence that integration creates efficiencies and savings, with early intervention services potentially saving the NHS up to £2.65 for every £1 spent.

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