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Show filtersMidcounties pledges to reduce carbon emissions through sustainability programme
Plans include cutting emissions across the society’s Oxfordshire stores and running green projects in schools
Chelmsford Star sees trading profit fall but reports increased takings
The society said an accelerated store upgrade programme had increased costs but would bring long-term benefits
Co-op Party chair Gareth Thomas tables bill for ‘People’s Vote’ on Brexit deal
'It was never explained that we would have less money for the NHS or that we…
Co-op Group will end last-minute food sales and donate goods to charity
The retailer says the scheme will tackle the problem of food waste and help feed the…
Midcounties Co-op reports 16.5% rise in operating profits
The society hailed strong performances in its Food, Childcare, Funeral, Travel and Flexible Benefits businesses
Rochdale Pioneers Museum makes list of 10 key historic sites of industrial England
'What the Rochdale Pioneers did was to bring a new model of sharing wealth to the…
Review: Johnston Birchall on co-operative governance
Prof Birchall’s updated review takes a sector-by-sector look at issues facing the movement
Radstock Co-op plans to redevelop Radco site in town centre
The society promises a ‘much improved proposition for the local community providing a brand new, purpose-built…
East of England Co-op to sell off pharmacy and opticians businesses
'Market conditions have meant these businesses have struggled to make a sustained positive contribution, despite significant…
Governance and the society secretary: Jim Watts, Central England Co-op
'The role is about doing the right thing on behalf of the society'