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National Citizen Service is value for money, early figures show
17 May 2012 | Governance | Kirsty Weakley
The National Citizen’s Service pilot has been hailed a success with an estimated £1 to £2 social return for every £1 invested, according to an independent report published today.
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National Citizen Service is value for money, early figures show
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