BCCM releases new code of conduct for discretionary mutuals

Signatories make a voluntary commitment to eight principles – adapted from those of the international co-op…

The New School’s quest for community self-governance

After a strike over pay and conditions at a New York City university, Trebor Scholz from…

US agri co-op giant CHS details its latest moves on sustainability

The report points to actions including wastewater recycling, responsible soybean sourcing and the monitoring of climate…

Younity launches kickstarter to help grow the community energy sector

Younity partner Midcounties is putting principle 6 into action with its support for the sector, starting…

Ripple Energy signs deal for cheaper bills for members of consumer-owned wind farm

The agreement is expected to save the typical member of Graig Fatha a saving of around…

Co-op Legal Services partners with Co-op Bank to offer its customers specialist support

The Co-op Group subsidiary will offer services including probate, estate planning and wills

Co-op Party report makes a series of recommendations for the future of education

'Already we are seeing the emergence of a new way of doing things ... this contribution…

Central Co-op partners with renewables firm to install solar at its stores

The society says the partnership with Sol PV Group will save over 11 million kWh of…

Co-op housing apex gets government funds for tenant empowerment scheme

The Confederation of Co-operative Housing will co-deliver a training package to help social tenants engage with…

Insurance co-op apex ICMIF says its members lead the way on board gender mix

'While we still have a long way to go, it’s encouraging to see we are heading…

Carbon Co-op looks for community retrofit champions in west Yorkshire town

The eight-month scheme will run in Todmorden with the goal of improving energy efficiency and addressing…

Meet … Tim Coomer, Co-operative and Community Finance

'Despite the short term issues there’s a lot to be excited about for the future'