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Co-op Party says more clarity is needed on growth after Hunt budget
'We got little in terms of commitments, little in terms of clarity, little in terms of…
Co-ops and cultural heritage: Mondiacult 2022
A UNESCO event looked at how the co-op sector can help the world towards the Sustainable…
Are co-ops better equipped than other businesses for saving the world?
Review of Paul Skinner's new book, which gives advice to firms looking to give their organisations…
Co-op Group and its charity sign pledge to act on youth empowerment
The #iwill Power of Youth Charter is aimed at giving young people 'real opportunities to shape…
Irish government to start work on new legislation for its co-op sector
Ministers say the bill will make it easier to set up and invest in co-operatives and…
Plunkett Foundation announces winners of its annual awards
Eight organisations, including a farm, shops and a community hub, were awarded a trophy and £250…
Rochdale Boroughwide Housing fires CEO over child’s death in mould-infected home
The board said it 'was no longer tenable' for Gareth Swarbrick to stay in his position
Australian co-op apex BCCM calls for fresh action on climate change
'This is a race against time and we don’t know if we are going to win…
Rochdale Boroughwide Housing under fire after death of two-year-old
Gareth Swarbrick, CEO of the housing co-op, faces calls to resign after an inquest found exposure…
Central Co-op sends out its festive truck for a Christmas Toy Appeal
This year’s appeal, which will include Ukrainian children in the UK, has donation points open until…
Southern Co-op invites the public to remember their loved ones at Christmas
A collective memorial service will be held Mayfields Woodland Burial Ground on 14 December