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Show filtersCo-op Group launches report into tackling loneliness
The Co-op Group is continuing its campaign to tackle loneliness with a new report into the potential…
Co-operation inscribed into Unesco’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list
The “idea and practice of organising shared interests in co-operatives” (Genossenschaftsidee) has been added to Unesco’s…
Heart of England Co-operative investing two million in store refurbishment
The Heart of England Co-operative food stores will undergo refurbishment as part of a two-million pound investment…
East of England Co-op recognised for its dementia-friendly training for colleagues
East of England Co-op was among the 34 organisations honoured with a Princess Royal Training Award…
Government Green Paper proposes having workers on boards on a voluntary basis
The UK government has published a green paper outlining proposals for corporate governance reform – including a suggestion to…
Community for Renewables acquires the largest community solar project in the UK
Communities for Renewables (CfR) has announced the purchase and financing of the UK’s largest community solar…
Revolver launches new coffee products
Revolver co-operative is launching two new Fairtrade coffee products in time for Christmas. Chief executive Paul…
Housing associations and co-ops pledge 350 homes for Syrian families
Scottish housing co-operatives and associations have pledged to allocate 350 homes to Syrian refugees who are…
Thomas Cook takes over The Co-operative Travel joint venture outlets
Thomas Cook is set to take over the Co-operative Travel joint venture. Five years ago, the Co-operative…
Credit unions join Affordable Loans portal partnership
An Affordable Loans portal is being set up in partnership between private and social sector bodies to…