The National Assembly’s Enterprise and Learning Committee has begun an inquiry into the role of social enterprises in the Welsh economy, and is calling for evidence to be submitted from people who have knowledge in the field.
Lis Burnett of the Glamorgan Business School has been appointed at the Committee’s Expert Advisor for the inquiry.
The committee is interested in the scale and nature of the social enterprise sector in Wales; the challenges it faces – including access to finance and ensuring economic sustainability; the Welsh Government’s approach to supporting it and the availability and suitability of business support and advice for social enterprises and entrepreneurs.
Committee Chair Gareth Jones AM said: “The aim of this inquiry is to examine all aspects of the social enterprise sector in Wales, including how big a part it plays in the wider Welsh economy; how well supported it is; the challenges faced by social enterprises and the potential for development in the sector.
“The committee would encourage anyone with experience or knowledge in the field to submit evidence to inform this important inquiry. Lis Burnett is Head of Social Entrepreneurship Hub, Centre for Enterprise at the University of Glamorgan and will bring a wealth of experience to the role.”
