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  • Social Enterprise Sector Research – Northern Ireland

    Date published: 6 February 2025

    The Department for the Economy (DfE) recognises how important the work the social enterprise sector does, not just Northern Ireland economy but for our local communities. This is why DfE have commissioned research to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Social Enterprise Sector within Northern Ireland.

    This research will be critical in successful policy development, inform key decision making and delivery options for social enterprise development in the future. 

    The Centre for Enterprise, Environment and Development Research (CEEDR), Middlesex University, London, in conjunction with Social Enterprise UK, Queens University and BMG research to undertake the collection and analysis of the data with the findings published in a report in 2025. 

    Please find below a letter of support from DfE regarding CEEDR, Middlesex University, Social Enterprise UK, Queens University and BMG research and a details Privacy Notice so you as a participant can be secure that the information you provide will be protected. 

    Documents

    • Letter of Support - NI Social Enterprise ResearchAdobe PDF (54.82 KB)
    • Privacy Notice - NI Social Enterprise ResearchAdobe PDF (113.08 KB)
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