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Where next for co-op development organisations?

The sector has been in decline – so how can it be revived to help the…

Inspiration and support at Co-op Fortnight event

Midcounties and Co-operative Futures offer guidance and support for would-be co-ops

Oxford marks Co-op Fortnight with event looking at ways to build the sector

'Co-ops put local people first by ploughing money back into local businesses and making better decisions'

Andy Burnham asks co-ops to help create a new economy in Greater Manchester

The region’s new industrial strategy is a big opportunity for the co-op movement, says the mayor

English community pub programme receives £2.2m round of funding

Plunkett Foundation will use the money to roll out the new round of the More Than…

Salford Council announces measures to fight against modern slavery

The actions are designed to encourage the identification, rescue and support of victims and prosecution of…

Credit unions plan to address needs of Venezuelan refugees in Colombia

Colombia has the highest number of refugees and migrants from Venezuela – more than a million

Community groups get nautical thanks to sail boat co-op

‘Our records chart an increase in confidence and wellbeing among people who have taken part’

Open 2019 gathering to discuss solutions for regenerative economy

A series of lightning talks will explore all aspects of building a collaborative, regenerative economy

Co-ops prepare to celebrate European Development Days

The annual ‘Davos of development’ includes discussion of co-ops in post-conflict Rwanda, providing work for refugees…

Co-op Childcare launches new health and wellbeing programme

Accredited menus have been created with the child health charity Startwell and children will learn about…

New book on co-operatives and the world of work is available for pre-ordering

The volume traces the historical connection between co-operatives and the world of work