CECOP demands end to European austerity to strengthen Pillar of Social Rights

The co-op confederation says investment is needed if the policy to support labour markets and welfare…

Eroski invests €300m into revamping 79 supermarkets to create radical modern stores

The retailer hopes the refurbished sites will have a reduced environmental impact with energy use cut…

CO-OP Financial Services acquires TMG in $100m deal

The sale is part of the network’s long-term strategy and means it will now serve nearly…

John Lewis revises profit by £36m over breach of national minimum wage rules

The exceptional charge relates to pay averaging at the employee-owned retailer, which also reported sales growth…

Coop Denmark using Too Good To Go mobile app to reduce food waste

The online platform allows the member-owned retailer to offer food nearing its expiration date to customers…

John Lewis report highlights corporate responsibility achievements

The employee-owned retailer has looked at carbon emissions, mental health awareness and the fight against modern…

Report shows strong results for European co-operative banks

But the European Association of Co-operative Banks warns the sector still faces challenges including Brexit and…

Co-op AGM passes motion to review pay ratio from top to bottom

A members’ motion aimed at addressing pay gap was passed at the Co-operative Group’s AGM today.…

Lincolnshire Co-operative donated £290,000 to homelessness charities

14 organisations have been given a financial boost from the society at a time when demands…

Credit unions exploring artificial intelligence to fight fraud

CO-OP Financial Services is using machine learning technology to help its members' systems learn and adapt…

Australian apex body urges government to boost role of co-ops and mutuals

BCCM chief executive Melina Morrison says the co-op model could provide more stable, efficient services but…

General election: Social Economy Alliance launches manifesto for inclusive economy

Proposals to “reshape British boardrooms” include a reform of co-op law, incentives for good business behaviour…