Every two years since 2009, Action Hampshire has undertaken the State of the Sector research, on behalf of the Hampshire CVS Network. This year the research focused on the cost of living crisis, as this has had significant socioeconomic effects. Research highlights the impact on Hampshire’s VCSE sector, particularly; finances, volunteer capacity, and service delivery. However, the extent of its impact is yet to be realised as the situation appears to still be unfolding. Importantly, the report found a number of organisations were still recovering from the pandemic and now the cost of living crisis has brought additional pressures. A situation also being felt by local communities, resulting in an increased need for VCSE sector support.
Read the full report from Action Hampshire