Reports and publications
Our information hub provides a diverse range of reports, publications and research from Plunkett and our partners, accessible to everyone from community businesses to policy makers. If you need any further information or data on the community business sector, please contact us
2021 Better Form of Business Reports
Our flagship reports capture the headline trends of both community-owned pubs and shops in 2020, and bring the stats to life with insights directly from community businesses themselves.
2021 Impact Report
Plunkett Foundation’s 2021 Impact Report reveals that the number of community businesses has continued to rise, in spite of the disruption of the pandemic. The report also shows that more people than ever before are now interested in setting up a community business, with over 300 communities across the UK getting in touch with Plunkett for start-up support last year.
Partner reports
Here you can download a selection of reports from our partner organisations across the community business sector.
The Good Councillor’s Guide to Community Business
National Association of Local Councils – co-authored by Chris Cowcher, Plunkett Foundation, 2021
This report helps local councils (parish and town) to understand the benefits of supporting community businesses.