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How can co-ops bridge divided communities? Advice from Protection Approaches

In an increasingly divided world, what role do co-ops have to play in building strong, cohesive…

Plunkett rallies retail co-ops to support rural community business

Midcounties, Central, Southern, Radstock, the Co-op Group and Co-operatives UK are among the partners in the…

Government to hold mutualisation talks with Post Office workers, report says

Rose Marley from Co-operatives UK will attend discussions between union leaders and business minister Kevin Hollinrake,…

Community co-ops in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland

How co-op values have helped to support close-knit communities spread across the sparsely populated region

Labour commits to growing co-op and mutual finance sectors – but faces doubts on £28bn green pledge

The party's Financing Growth report promises reform of mutuals and sustainable finance - while Keir Starmer…

Applications open for International Credit Union Development Educators class of 2024

The cohort will be recognised at the 2024 World Credit Union Conference in Boston, USA

How co-ops worked to heal divisions in Northern Ireland

As hopes grow for a new power-sharing deal, here's a look at the role played by…

Fresh calls for Post Office mutualisation in wake of Horizon scandal

As anger continues over the wrongful convictions of postmasters, Mutuo has reissued its paper calling for…

Central Co-op honours a forefather with a re-dedication service

Central Co-op president Elaine Dean on the legacy of philanthropist and co-operator Emmanuel Merchant JP

Co-op Group adds its stores to crime centre’s safe space scheme

'Anyone seeking a safe haven in their local Co-op will always be welcomed, encouraged to report…

Co-op Credit Union celebrates 25th anniversary

The credit union has served over 28,000 members since its launch in 1998

Can co-ops bridge a divided UK political landscape?

We look at what co-ops have to offer and how co-op ways of working can foster…