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Retail co-ops join industry call for new law on store worker abuse

The Co-op Group and a number of independent retail societies are among businesses backing a crime…

Co-op Group unveils ten-point plan to hit zero-carbon by 2040

'We are facing a monumental climate change crisis ... We must recognise that we are in…

Co-op Group to remove plastic bags for life from all stores

The retailer will also roll out its compostable carriers to all its stores

Co-op Group hands out forensic spray in latest anti-crime measure

Security staff are being given handheld SmartWater spray to tag violent offenders

Co-op Group launches safe barbecue campaign to prevent wildfires

The campaign includes messaging in store and on packs for its instant barbecues

Co-op Group AGM 2021: Motions for member voting

Members will vote on issues like support for the wider co-op movement, sustainability and funding for…

Co-op Group gives evidence to MPs on store worker abuse

The Home Affairs Select Committee heard from a number of sector experts about the growing problem…

Working together to tackle youth loneliness

Young people are 'embracing co-operation as a way to help their peers'

Co-operatives East Midlands discusses food justice at times of crisis

Co-operators explored local solutions to food insecurity

Co-op Group reports pre-tax profit of £127m for 2020

The retailer also defended its decision not to hand back the business rate relief given by…

Co-op Group bans peat from compost in its stores

The retailer is stocking a peat-free product from Westland Horticulture to encourage sustainable gardening

Where will Covid leave our towns – and the co-ops that operate in them?

'Amazon is hoovering up more of the spoils and high street businesses which are not able…