The Social Return on Investment of prevention spending interventions by local authorities amounts to about £3 for every £1 invested

Earlier Action and Support: The case for prevention in adult social care and beyond. Local Government Association, November 2024). The LGA reports on 10 prevention spending interventions, including some delivered through the VCSE sector or similar to VCSE activities.

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