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Telling your co-operative story – expert views on connecting with members

'There is no right and wrong when it comes to stories ... but it is important…

Wooldale Co-op merges with Central England

The merger, which was voted through by Woodale members at a Special Meeting on 26 May,…

Call goes out for women co-operators to join new football team

The co-op team is being formed to enter the Freedom Through Football tournament, starting with an…

Concern as Sainsbury’s replaces Fairtrade with its own Fairly-traded certification

There are fears the new scheme will take power away from smallholder producers and co-ops in…

Co-op Group tells AGM fringe event of its work to fight modern slavery

The Group is pioneering a scheme to offer survivors of modern slavery paid work in its…

Central Bank of Ireland launches consultation on credit union investment framework

The sector, which has been hit by a low interest rate environment, could see its range…

Trump’s detailed budget confirms cuts that will affect co-ops and credit unions

The administration wants to cut two crucial credit union funds, a move branded a 'mistake' by…

General election: What do the party manifestos mean for the co-op movement?

We take a look at the Labour, Conservative, Lib Dem, Plaid Cymru, Green, SNP and UKIP…

EU agreement on sustainable development highlights role of co-ops

The document sets out an agreement for meeting the UN goals for 2030, and recognises the…

Radstock Co-op extends travel agency as customers turn away from the internet

The society has opened the site in its Hill Court precinct in Paulton after seeing encouraging…

Dairy co-op Fonterra in line for innovation award for its milky brain food

The new product was designed to replicate some of the benefits of breast milk to support…

Co-op Foundation donates £1m to young people tackling loneliness

The Co-op Foundation is working with the #iwill campaign to help inspire young people to take…