This essay will focus on the Great Problem of the North (BIIN) which is part of a social enterprise with the solution and support systems to help eradicate social problems and create opportunities for people. “who have lived difficult lives” (Swithinbank, 2001), giving them the means to change their lives. BIIN is a limited company employing staff to write, design and distribute the magazine. Sellers buy the magazine for a pound and resell it for two pounds, making a 100 percent profit. Part of this money must be reinvested in the purchase of new magazines; the rest is kept by the seller. Thus, despite his social exclusion, the seller benefits from a regular salary. It encourages people to make an effort to develop routine and stability and gives them the opportunity to change their lives for the better. This essay will examine how the Big Issue participates in current legislation; the history of the great problem; study the internal structure of the organization and demonstrate how the Big Issue ensures efficiency and manages constraints. Every government that has come to power has attempted to eradicate homelessness and reduce crime rates. The Homelessness Act 2002 set out the provisions that local councils, housing agencies and housing associations must follow to develop and help eradicate homelessness. Shelter says it is “pleased that the government has come to recognize that street homelessness is only the most visible form of homelessness” (Walker, 2002). As a result of these actions, Liverpool BIIN participates in monthly meetings with other agencies such as the Whitechapel, Basement and Mental Health teams. The Liverpool Homelessness Strategy 2008-2011 sets out how all stakeholders such as the BIIN will focus on preventing homelessness...... middle of paper ...... the way whose staff overcomes this difficulty is the use of Internet resources, images and powerful words. In extreme circumstances, staff can consult a translator, but this is expensive. Another constraint is staff warehouses, which means out-of-town vendors aren't always monitored as often as those in the city center. This could be managed by having a staff member hired once a month for out-of-town visits. Finally, this trial showed how BIIN gives homeless people the opportunity to earn an income, it also gives them motivation and self-esteem and goes beyond just selling. the magazine. This trial shows that BIIN works in partnership with many agencies by sharing information, following government guidelines and offering people a 'helping hand instead of a handout'. The BIIN also demonstrates that all individuals must be included in society and valued..