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Irish credit unions welcome Central Bank reforms to boost mortgage lending

The proposals would triple the amount the sector is allowed to offer on mortgages and business…

Should CEOs serve as executive directors on credit union boards?

Swoboda Research centre has quizzed Irish credit unions on the divisive issue, which has recently been…

Ireland and Vietnam collaborate to drive innovation in agri co-ops

The project aims to help the Vietnamese farm sector adopt climate-friendly, resilient practices and increase the…

Irish co-op brings home a new model of social care

A decentralised, democratic worker-owned alternative to the private sector, promising 'great care and great jobs'

Credit unions named the most reputable organisation in Ireland

'It is a recognition of the role that we play in communities across Ireland and the trust…

Irish credit unions back new finance scheme for social housing

'This is a positive return back to members to say, this is what we’re using your…

Credit unions tackle community development challenge at Abcul conference

'We need to see UK credit unions grow and prosper and live out their best mission'

UKSCS conference looks at principle 6 and ways to build a co-op ecosystem

The event included updates on worker co-ops, accounting, building societies and the UKSCS's own journal

Irish agri co-op Lakeland Dairies warns of processing job cuts

The move is part of a new strategy set 'against the backdrop of evolving environmental realities…

Climate pressures and price disputes sour the mood for Irish dairy co-ops

Tensions persist between Kerry Co-op farmers and food business Kerry Group, while the industry is opposing…

Lakeland Dairies launches campaign to address membership gender imbalance

'Having as many voices as possible from diverse backgrounds within our co-operative helps continually to foster…

Swoboda Research Centre releases paper on small loans by Irish credit unions

Recommendations from the study include enhanced member service opportunities using increased digitisation and automation