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Show filtersCUEB gathering on ethical future of Co-op Bank
With new ownership at the Co-operative Bank, members and customers are asking whether the organisation still…
Former Co-op Bank chief executive admits misconduct
The Co-operative Bank’s former chief financial officer and chief executive, Barry Tootell, has reached a settlement…
The Philippines celebrated co-op month by highlighting their role in combating poverty
Pilipino co-operatives celebrated the co-operative month by highlighting their sector’s contribution to overcoming poverty. October has…
How can co-op banks deal with the tough regulations that followed the global crash?
Representatives from the world’s co-operative banks held a session at the International Summit of Cooperatives to analyse the impact…
New law for Nepalese co-operatives
Nepalese parliament is considering the country’s first new co-operative law in 25 years, with an act…
Calls for credit unions to be included in Help to Save plans
Labour/Co-op MPs are campaigning to include credit unions in the government’s plans for the Help to…
Is the collaborative economy an opportunity for co-operatives?
A research paper by Cooperatives Europe and LAMA Development and Cooperation Agency highlights how co-operatives can improve standards…
Co-op Bank publishes targets for Women in Finance Charter
The Co-operative Bank has announced it is aiming for 40% female representation in senior management roles by 2020…
Co-operative and Community Finance loan helps save housing co-op in Cornwall
A housing co-operative in Cornwall has secured its future by acquiring the cottage and associated land…
International Summit of Cooperatives – Preview Day 2, Wednesday 12 October
The second day of the International Summit of Cooperatives will see delegates engage in discussions on…
Filene Research Institute launches research centre for credit unions
The Filene Research Institute has launched a centre focused on performance and operational excellence in credit…