EC agrees to extend approval for Irish credit union reform

'Since 2013 restructuring has transformed the sector, as credit unions transferred to become part of larger,…

Agri co-ops could help farmers weather input price hikes brought by Brexit

Agricultural purchasing co-op Fram Farmers warns consolidation in the supply sector could pose problems

Co-op Group issues £300m bond to support Fairtrade

'Co-op was an early pioneer of Fairtrade and now with the support of like-minded investors we…

What next for community energy after end to feed-in tarrifs?

Community Energy England gathered experts to look at new ways to attract funding and expand the…

Change at the top at the Co-operative Party

Claire McCarthy is leaving in July, while Gareth Thomas will not be standing for re-election as…

Co-op Group adopts new slogan to demonstrate community values

Chief executive Steve Murrells unveiled the campaign – “Co-op: It’s what we do’ – at Saturday’s…

Co-op Group looks at new ways to engage membership and reverse voter decline

'We want to unlock the potential of the co-op model – there are consumers out there…

Home entertainment retailer Richer Sounds moves to employee ownership model

'It’s incredibly exciting times and allows our colleagues to feel even more connected to the company'

Chelmsford Star reports drop in trading surplus in tough retail environment

'2018 has been the worst year for shops since 2008, the height of the recession, and…

Profits down at Midcounties as energy and healthcare businesses hit losses

A tough energy market impacted on the society, which recorded increased sales in its food and…

Community energy sector responds to Labour Party’s new policy document

Proposals include a network of Local Energy Communities to democratise the energy system

Channel Islands Co-op beats tough trading conditions to lift operating profit

'It is a pleasure to report on a good year of progress as we continue to…