Definition of "mutuals" [mutuals]

• Plural form of mutual. (noun)

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• "Back in the context of "mutuals" -- public bodies set up along John Lewis lines in which employees and sometimes users have a stake and vested interest in success -- Jowell says that because "you can't control" its outcome, the move will require a "cultural shift" in government thinking."
• "But despite the difficulties and risks, the idea of mutuals is catching the imagination of an increasing number of public sector staff."
• "Taking over servicesThe government pushed the idea of mutuals in the Open Public Services white paper, published in July."