Turn empty barracks into housing co-ops for veterans, says MP

Labour/Co-op MP Gareth Thomas is pushing for the MoD to offer more help to homeless ex-military…

Making co-operative citizens: A century of learning collaboration

How the Co-op College has worked to bring collaborative education to the movement

Anna Turley voted chair of the Co-op Party

'I look forward to working with co-operators, members, elected representatives, the wider movement and our great…

Gangsters without borders: How do we save the commons from kleptocracy?

In a globalised world where wealth and capital can cross international borders unhindered and often unnoticed,…

The Co-op Group shares its top tips on data ethics

Data is now a core element to a business's performance - so how can co-ops make…

Co-operative solutions for a planet in crisis

For World Environment Day (5 June), Co-op News looks at efforts made in sectors ranging from…

Meet … Pete Westall, chief values officer, Midcounties Co-op

'We’ve got customers and members who are more empowered, and a younger generation seeking ethical leadership'

Doubt cast on regulation of Nepalese co-op growth programme

'Due to poor monitoring, many co-operatives landed in trouble in the past'

Energy co-ops in US move to renewables

The sector is still reliant on fossil fuels but as the price of wind and solar…

Agri co-ops respond to the eco challenges of the 21st century

'There are several initiatives being developed and scoped that can play a significant role in helping…

Protecting the land: A co-op future for the commons?

Neil McInroy, from the Centre for Local Economic Strategies, says we need to protect public assets…

Plunkett Foundation welcomes new funding for rural community business

The Prince’s Countryside Fund has given the organisation a £40,000 grant to support mentorship, specialist advice…