This handbook provides a general overview of social investment and of the nature and shape of the UK social investment market. It is intended to provide contextual information only and is not intended to promote, recommend or endorse any particular investment opportunities

All investment and commercial activities carry risk and social investments are no exception. As the social investment market is relatively new, the risks which apply to a specific social investment opportunity may be uncertain or difficult to assess.

Any person thinking about making a social investment should conduct due diligence and consider taking appropriate financial and other advice. No person should base any investment decision on the general information about the social investment market contained in this handbook.

By City of London Corporation