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New Developments in New Developments in Third Sector ResearchThird Sector Research

The impact of the community transport sectorThe impact of the community transport sector

Anthony Travis

Transport for Communitieswww.transportforcommunities.co.uk

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About usAbout us Greater Manchester Community Transport

Forum Transport for Communities

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The briefThe brief Commissioned by GMCTOF Devise & deliver a framework for monitoring &

evaluating the impact of CT Assessment of capacity and scope of GM CT sector

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Key elementsKey elements Building on previous experience in GM &

other metropolitan regions Bespoke design Developed in close consultation with sector Designed to be repeatable Hands-on approach… collected 1st year

information too.

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How findings were usedHow findings were used Written report to forum

– Identified capacity and scope of GM CT Sector– Identified development needs both of sector &

individual operators

Assisted development of detailed development plan

Provided data to support funding applications

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Hard outcomesHard outcomes “Making an Impact” report Information for web site “Making an Impact” event Levering additional funding

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Soft outcomesSoft outcomes Sector better understood Sector seen as professional GM CT sector seen as innovative

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In conclusionIn conclusion Detailed & comprehensive view of the sector Larger & more impact than expected Good baseline for comparative exercise

following year Informed work on improving/standardising

information collected Copies of report available www.gmctof.org.uk