Added value and numerical measurement of social value: a critical enquiry

Social value has evolved rapidly over the last decade or so. Legislation been a key driver, and added numerical measurement are emerging as important focal points. An body of literature in this space draws attention to social placemaking, infrastructure construction work. Using deontological principles ethics, critical discussion is presented on problems associated with value. Two questions addressed: How does mandating by legislation policy impact good practice? effectively can measuring evidence range diversity activity outcomes? This responds wider call take view both activities sector advocate move away from solving immediate development ever more elaborate tools. The holistic appreciation long-term need outcomes recommended: contextual, contingent middle ground. Practice relevance essay considers dangers inherent recent developments, specifically A review work illuminates diverse nature It argued that needs be for re-energised concept, i.e. co-creating values-driven practice achieving supported considered approaches measurement. balanced approach should employed when considering, creating delivering would avoid purely practical, instead stems