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How do we double the size of the UK’s co-operative economy?

An independent report from the New Economics Foundation, commissioned by the Co-op Party, has been launched…

How are co-ops celebrating Co-operatives Fortnight?

The fortnight looks at how the movement 'thinks different' and has seen initiatives such as education…

London Mutual Credit Union launches new initiative to reach armed forces

The Forces Finance initiative will work to design new financial products and member benefits

Co-operative Bank extends support for the Hive

The Hive support programme, delivered by Co-operatives UK, has been extended until the end of 2020

Making a difference: Community ownership is saving pubs

'Co‑operative pubs are a great leveller – they bring people together of all ages, backgrounds, interests,…

Riverford Organic Farmers switches to employee-ownership

'I want to be part of an organisation that helps us be the best version of…

Meet … Rebecca Harvey, executive editor of the Co-op News

Rebecca, previously the deputy editor, recently moved into her new role and here discusses the work…

Plan to boost social value in public spending not radical enough, says Co-op Party

The government still favours corporate models which are not best suited to delivering services, says policy…

Making a difference … Freelancers find a new way of working

Open Data Services formed when four freelancers came together to find a new way of working

Co-op Group to save four Waitrose stores after John Lewis issues profit warning

John Lewis said second-half profits would be close to zero and announced a new strategy and…

Making a difference: The Co-op Economy report 2018

‘We know co-operatives are resilient and sustainable businesses and these incredible stats reinforce that view. It…

Co-operative Gig will introduce local bands to Rochdale residents

'We feel that co-operation can be a great tool for getting things done in the world…