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The cost of borrowing – credit unions as an alternative to unethical sources of finance

As the hard times get harder, action is being taken to keep financially vulnerable people out…

Credit unions provide a lifeline through the cost of living crisis

'Credit unions will continue to serve communities and employers in these testing times through the provision…

Irish farmer-owned dairy Glanbia Co-op rebrands as Tirlán

The new name – yet to be approved by the co-op’s shareholders – stands for 'land…

How Quay Co-op became a Cork icon after 40 years in its community

'Reaching this milestone is down to hard work, dedication and also that spark of alternative creativity…

Irish co-op apex ICOS elects James O’Donnell as new president

Mr O’Donnell stressed the importance of the co-op model to the national economy, agriculture sector and…

Irish minister outlines plans for credit union growth

Minister Seán Fleming described credit unions as 'the most valuable assets in Irish society'

European Award for Cooperative Innovation winners honoured

The awards focused on sustainability-driven innovation

Dairygold reports increased profit as it plots roadmap for next 10 years

The co-op warned of supply disruptions from the Ukraine crisis but pledged to continue action on…

Call goes out for credit union researchers

The Swoboda prize is open to researchers around the world who want to help develop the…

Irish minister visits north of England credit unions

The visit was organised by the Swoboda Research Centre

Europe’s agri co-op sector warns of lasting impacts of Ukraine war

Copa and Cogeca say food systems need to be made more resilient, while co-ops Fonterra and…

Irish credit unions call for regulatory changes to be able to lend more mortgages

The statement is a response to a Sunday Independent article by Minister with Responsibility for Credit…