PUBLIC/THIRD SECTOR

Question 1

Describe the Public sector

Answer 1

The Public Sector exists to provide Public services and is Controlled and run by The government or local council on behalf of the Public.

Question 2

Key features of the Public sector

Answer 2

1. It is Funded and Controlled by Local and Central Government.
2. It Exists to Provide Public Services.
3. It is Financed Through Taxes paid by the Public

Question 3

Types of Public sector organisations

Answer 3

1. Government funded service providers
2. Local Authorities ( eg Aberdeen city council
3. Public Corporations

Question 4

Aims of a Public sector

Answer 4

1. To Make best use of funds.
2. To improve the quality of service offered
3. To Raise revenue
4. To cut Costs

Question 5

Key features of the Third Sector

Answer 5

They are administered by officials who are appointed to ensure objectives are met

They raise money from donations, Fundraising activities and membership fees

They exist to help Particular groups of people/animals/wildlife or provide a service for their members.

Question 6

Examples of Charities/Third Sector Organisations

Answer 6

One example of a charity is Nuffield health

Another example of a Charity is Save the children International

Another Example of a charity is the Children’s aid foundation

Question 7

Aims of the Third Sector

Answer 7

To raise as much funds as possible for their cause

To help people/animals in need .

To open more branches - Charity Shops

To provide a Service for their members .

Question 8

Describe the aims of the Public sector

Answer 8

1. As finance is limited then the government
2. To provide The highest Quality of service possible with the resources available.
3. To Obtain finance Through Taxation eg Through Income Tax, VAT and council Tax.
4. To Reduce Spending