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Co-operatives, capital and a great vindication

Since the 2008 financial crisis, we have become used to discussions of bank “capital”. Capital is…

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…

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…

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…

Increased Living Wage rates announced

Co-operatives and credit unions are celebrating Living Wage Week (30 October – 5 November) and the announcement…