The delegation, which included the Solidarity Economy Association, visited a number of projects that have been…
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Show filtersCo-ops step in to support Emilia Romagna and Marche communities affected by floods
The sector is mobilising funds and supplies after the worst flooding to affect Italy in a…
UK government opens third round of Community Ownership Fund
'From far-flung pubs to prized community centres, the Community Ownership Fund is putting vital assets back…
Co-op Bank invests £400k with Co-operatives UK to nurture ethical business
'By acting collectively, we can create fairer and more ethical ways to trade, consume and live'
Plunkett Foundation announces national community business conference
The event, scheduled for Birmingham on 6 July, will be the charity's first face-to-face conference in…
Co-ops and disability: New ways to meet people’s needs
Researcher Steve Graby organised an event bringing together representatives of the co-op and disabled people's movements
Walk for Plunkett campaign launched to raise funds for community business charity
Sponsored walks, Three Peaks Challenge and walking holiday competition planned for charity fundraiser
Community farm in South London launches £50k crowdfunder to beat cost of living crisis
The seven-acre Sutton Community Farm partners with local food banks and charities to offer healthy, environmentally…
Plunkett teams up with Bestway Wholesale to support community businesses
Support from Bestway will included a dedicated advisory panel, fundraising activities and campaigns on the rural…
From crisis to co-operation: Future Co-ops 2023
Delegates looked at co-op solutions for issues like digital exclusion, housing, fuel poverty and food insecurity
Oxfordshire Council gives financial backing to community bus co-op
West Oxfordshire Community Transport said the route, in an area with little alternative provision, had become…
New year honours list recognises contributions from co-op sector
Former Co-op Group colleague Helen Webb was awarded an OBE for her services to equality, inclusion…