The government has launched a new civil society strategy to get charities and volunteers to play a larger role in the provision of public services once delivered by councils. But unless ministers are prepared to invest more in community projects, it cannot succeed. I should know, as I’m a good example of a how a “big society” youth scheme works when it is properly funded.
When I was 16, I took part in the National Citizen Service – a summer programme for 15- to 17-year-olds in England – and had the time of my life. Now, four years and two summer jobs with NCS later, I’m struggling to see the benefit of its continued existence.
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