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What is a platform co-op?

Just like traditional co-ops, platform co-ops are organisations that are owned and managed by their members. While…

Co-op Group opens applications for Member Nominated Directors

The Co-operative Group is looking for candidates with boardroom experience to join its board as member nominated…

Northern Ireland co-ops engage with Assembly Members

Over 30 organisations from across Northern Ireland met Assembly members at a Stormont event to promote the co-operative…

Top five things to consider when buying insurance

Make sure you know what types of insurance you need. (See our guide for a starting…

How do I know what insurance my co-operative needs?

Buying insurance can be a bit of a headache, whether you’re a small design co-op, or…

New online community is launched to support co-ops

Co-operatives UK is launching an online community where new and existing co-ops can ask questions, offer…

5 ways to help you measure your impact

Pioneered by Corporate Citizenship, LBG is the global standard for measuring corporate community investment and philanthropy.…

Expert views: What tips would you give to other co-ops looking to invest in communities?

Michelle Smith, Community Lead, The Co-operative Group:  Start with needs of the members, tap into member expectations…

How do co-operatives work with other co-ops?

Co-operatives serve their members (and, thus, community) most effectively by working together through local and national…

How are co-ops working in communities?

Case study: Setting up the sustainability plan The Southern Co-operative recently launched a new community programme –…

Expert views: What are the current trends in community investment?

Michelle Smith, Community Lead, The Co-operative Group:  Over the last few years our experience is that local…

Why are co-ops working in communities?

One area of the impact index that has grown is the number of co-operatives reporting how…