South Korean government sets out second master plan for co-ops

The South Korean co-operative movement is entering a second phase of development with the adoption of a…

Ken Loach tells co-ops to join the Labour movement

Award winning filmmaker Ken Loach, who directed 2016’s I, Daniel Blake, has called on co-operators to…

Co-operative models can ‘help shape post-Brexit UK economy’

As the UK prepares to leave the European Union, the Co-operative Party has published a collection of essays…

Regulator tells Co-operative Insurance to clarify quotes for motorists

The Co-operative Insurance has been criticised by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) over unclear information…

New brand for the Phone Co-op

The Phone Co-op has launched a new brand to ensure compatibility with new digital platforms, boost sales…

First community-owned pub in West Sussex opens after £300,000 campaign

A popular Sussex village pub has officially opened under community ownership following an eight-month campaign by locals. The…

Donald Trump government urged to back co-ops in overseas development

The US Overseas Cooperative Development Council (OCDC) has written to US president Donald Trump highlighting why co-ops should…

Midcounties halts eviction process for homeless people in Oxford garage

Midcounties Co-operative has stopped its eviction process against a shelter set up by homeless people at…

Scottish co-op bakes up a plan to boost the country’s health

A new venture that aims to use high quality bread to improve diet, health and the local economy…

Co-op’s iconic CIS tower in Manchester on sale for a reported £50m

The Co-operative Group’s CIS tower in Manchester is on the market for a reported £50m, it has been…

Peter Couchman steps down as chief executive of the Plunkett Foundation

Plunkett Foundation has announced the resignation of chief executive Peter Couchman after eight years in the role. He is…

An inside view of the Co-op Group members’ council

Nominations have opened to be on the Co-operative Group’s members’ council. We spoke with four members…