We’re investigating whether and how more relational, multilateral forms of partnership for public service delivery might lead to better coordination of services that provide better support to their users.
This report by the GO Lab looks at how local authorities are joining forces with their local communities to overcome complex social problems., exploring 10 cases across the UK to understand why and how authorities are choosing to collaborate.
Based on Government Outcomes Lab's 2019 report "Are we Rallying Together?," this article explores the increasing adoption of collaborative arrangements within local authorities in the UK and asks whether they signal a new era in public service delivery.
This Engaging with Evidence session drew on recent research from Government Outcomes Lab and the Sorbonne Business School in Paris (IAE) to explore the role of cross-sector collaborations and innovative financing tools in supporting refugees.
This Engaging with Evidence session, we will investigate the use of outcomes contracting as a potential approach to foster cohesive cross-sector collaborations to improve social outcomes.
This paper by former GO Lab colleague Dr Ruth Dixon investigates how outcomes-based performance management regimes operate in the partnerships known as social impact bonds, which bring together partners from the public, private and third sectors.
In this Government Outcomes Lab paper, we explore how social impact bonds (SIBs) adapted service delivery and funding mechanisms in response to Covid-19.
We're delighted to announce that we're now accepting applications to our 2024 Leading Cross-Sector Partnerships programme.
This article introduces the INDIGO dataset, covering its scope, data collection, and data model, along with its practical uses, future research potential, and the challenges of collaborative development.
Watch the recording of a roundtable session at the Social Outcomes Conference 2021 chaired by Professor Philip McCann where we examined examples and engaged a line-up of leading thinkers on what the social aspect of levelling-up should mean.
This Engaging with Evidence session drew on recent research from Government Outcomes Lab and the Sorbonne Business School in Paris (IAE) to explore the role of cross-sector partnerships and innovative financing tools in supporting refugees.
In this month's policy briefing, you'll find GO Lab's reflections on the future of our work between academia and government, the latest updates on UK SIBs and a range of views on building effective cross-sector partnerships.
We are developing rigorous but accessible tools, informed by research, for those working on or within cross-sector partnerships to help them overcome the challenges of collaborative working.
To celebrate the Government Outcomes Lab 5th anniversary, we published this report, which summarises our journey, challenges and triumphs, and looks at our work to help foster effective cross-sector partnerships with government.
Our Social Outcomes Conference 2025 call for contributions is now live!
Join us in Oxford or online for this year's Social Outcomes Conference, our annual convening of the world's leading researchers, policymakers and practitioners working to improve social outcomes.
Day 1 of SOC24 brought together thought leaders from across the globe to explore disrupting ideas in accountability, transparency, and trust in cross-sector partnerships. Here's a recap of the sessions and key takeaways from the day.
We're delighted to invite the submission of research abstracts proposals and practice-focused presentations for this year's Social Outcomes Conference 2022. Click here to find out more.