The Co-operative Councils Innovations Network (CCIN) brings together 22 local authorities to devise responses to central…
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Co-op Bank reports £477m loss and warns of more branch closures
The Co-operative Bank has reported an annual loss of £477m. This is lower than the £610.6m…
Can buying groups help consumer co-ops address market challenges?
With competition from discounters, online retailers and potential trade tariffs post Brexit, co-op retailers are exploring…
USA credit union members to bank through voice interaction technologies
Credit unions across the USA will provide members the opportunity to conduct routine online or mobile…
Credit unions have lent over £2m to armed forces personnel
Since offering their services to armed forces personnel, UK credit unions have lent more than £2m…
What have co-ops been doing on International Women’s Day?
The International Co-operative Alliance has published a statement highlighting how “the world of labour is a…
Two women’s co-ops changing lives
All over the world women are taking action and innovating change to accelerate equality and help…
International Women’s Day 2017
This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is “Be Bold For Change” – but how is…
Obituary: Paul Bull, devoted servant of the Co-op Party
Paul Bull, a long-standing activist for the Co-operative Party, has died aged 60. He served the Party…
Co-ops are key players in building a Zero Carbon Britain
What role can co-operatives play in reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions? A new report by…
Six tips for credit unions to promote women leaders
Credit unions need to address the gender gap when it comes to leadership positions, according to…