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End of year Q&A: Rose Marley, CEO, Co-operatives UK

'We had to take some major steps in terms of understanding what we’ve termed the democratic…

Welsh co-operators salute Mark Drakeford as he steps down as first minister

'Mark Drakeford has been a strong advocate for the co-operative movement in Wales throughout his time…

Co-operatives UK announces roadshows to promote the model

'We’re delighted to be teaming up with so many passionate, knowledgeable co‑op experts to introduce co-operatives…

Co-op and mutual bodies launch UK prospectus calling for policy support

The document was produced by Abcul, Co-operatives UK, AFM and BSA

Key takeaways from the Practitioners Forum 2023

The event featured up to 20 sessions across five specialist forums: membership, governance, finance, human resources…

Former YMCA CEO Arvinda Gohil appointed chair of Future Economy Alliance

'When businesses share profits and power, then we can really start building a fairer and more…

Future Economy Alliance poll finds public want a change to purpose-led business

The Alliance includes Community Energy England, Co-operatives UK, Cwmpas, the EOA, Locality, Plunkett, Power to Change,…

UK co-op sector is growing – but government support needed to pick up the pace

Co-operative and Mutual Economy 2023 report highlights 'huge untapped potential' and says co-op growth is lagging…

EO tax benefits must be extended to worker co-ops, government urged

Workers.coop and Co-operatives UK want employee ownership incentives to include more options for businesses and workers

Co-operatives UK recognised at Manchester business awards

The co-operative network received the award for Business of the Year 2023

Co-operatives UK to host discussion of Scottish government’s plan for sector

'We have Scottish government’s attention and need to ensure we make the most of this rare…

Members of farmers’ co-op Bata reject demutualisation plan

'The vote shows the power of co-operative governance, ensuring the future of Bata remains co-operative to…