Spanish agricultural co-ops debate TTIP

Agricultural co-operatives from Valencia in Spain explored the challenges facing their sector during a one-day conference…

CUEB gathering on ethical future of Co-op Bank

With new ownership at the Co-operative Bank, members and customers are asking whether the organisation still…

Applicants invited for Co-op Group community fund

The Co-op Group is on the lookout for more good causes to support through its Local Community…

Nigerian farmers’ co-ops receive food security government grants

Four farmers’ co-operative societies in the Nigerian state of Lagos have received grants totalling 8m Nigerian…

Co-op movement leads fight against digital exclusion in Wales

Wales Co-operative Centre has published a report on why digital inclusion in Wales matters – and what…

Co-operatives and mutuals are on the Welsh government’s agenda

The Welsh government has published its programme for government, which is focused on driving improvement to…

Young leaders give advice on engaging youth in co-ops

Engaging young people in co-operatives was a key topic at the International Summit of Cooperatives in…

Lincolnshire Co-operative announces record sales of £301m

Announcing its annual results for 2015/2016, Lincolnshire Co-operative revealed an £8.6m boost in sales, which reached…

Community shop becomes the hub of a village after a two-year campaign by volunteers to open it

A community-owned village shop offering fresh local produce has opened in High Bickington, Devon, after a…

Former Co-op Bank chief executive admits misconduct

The Co-operative Bank’s former chief financial officer and chief executive, Barry Tootell, has reached a settlement…

World Vegan Day: Co-ops’ role in making vegan shopping easier

Co-ops are responding to the rapid increase in the number of people following the vegan lifestyle…

Brexit: an opportunity for Fairtrade

With at least two years to go till Britain exits the EU, Brexit’s impact on our…