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17th National Co-operative Congress looks at how to boost the sector in Colombia

The event focused on the creation of a culture of co-operation, mutual aid and solidarity

Oxfam report highlights role of co-ops in empowering small-scale farmers

'Small-scale farmers benefit from higher shares of the end-consumer price where they are organised in co-ops'

Co-op Group and Scotmid salute Scottish food and drink suppliers

The two retail societies jointly hosted the first Co-op Scottish Supplier Awards

Co-ops react to State of the Union speech by Jean-Claude Juncker

Cooperatives Europe said it agreed with president Juncker on the need for “a strong and united…

Profits at John Lewis drop 99% amid tough times on the high street

The half-year results come days after the retailer rebranded to emphasise its partnership model – and…

New acquisition for leading Canadian agri-food co-op

'This investment represents a strategic entry into the Ontario market and into the animal nutrition industry'

Anthony Collins Solicitors to provide legal advice to Co-operatives UK members

The Birmingham-based legal firm has also announced plans for a second office in Manchester

Eroski food retail co-op commits to more sustainable product lines

'We believe in the social and economic development of the environment, the promotion of employment and…

Co-op Group introduces new discounts to tackle funeral affordability

The Co-op is guaranteeing to beat any like for like competitor quotes on funeral cost

Enterprise Credit Union celebrates 30th birthday – and record-breaking achievement

The Liverpool credit union has now lent a total of £100m to its members, and last…

Co-op Group returns to pharmacy market with purchase of prescriptions app, reports claim

Sky News says the retailer has paid less than £10m for the NHS-approved Dimec platform

Scottish government pledges to boost credit unions and social enterprises

The government says it will continue to work with the sector to protect communities from 'predatory…