Headlines, PublicNet: 10 October, 2012
A Community Shares Unit has been set up to grow the community shares market and help local people claim a stake and become part owners of local assets and services.
Community shares let local people to take a more active in role in their communities by giving members – as part-owners – a direct say in their success, encouraging them to play an active part in their future. Shares may offer a stake in a community pub, football club or even in the generation of renewable energy. Since 2009, 15,000 people have invested in over 100 community share issues, raising over £15 million.