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Councils can choose to support social enterprises and inclusive growth as part of their wider role in promoting community well-being and this is encouraged through national strategies like No One Left Behind and the Social Enterprise Action Plan. Councils can help by offering funding, advice, and access to local contracts or spaces. These efforts aim to build fairer, more resilient local economies by supporting businesses that reinvest in their communities and create opportunities for people who face barriers to work.