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Co-operative sector responds to government’s Civil Society Strategy

Reaction from Co-operatives UK, the Confederation of Co-operative Housing, Abcul and Social Enterprise UK

Southern Co-op clears the coast for Co-operatives Fortnight

'We wanted to get involved in marine conversation and combat issues around plastics. There have been…

Co-op organisations support young people and tackle loneliness

'Our members are passionate about supporting young people and it’s the sector we’ve backed more than…

Kettering Council passes resolution to tackle modern slavery

The move follows an awareness campaign by the local branch of the Co-op Party

Meet … Wendy Carter, head of communications and marketing at Co-operatives UK

'Every co-op should have an elevator pitch, using everyday language to explain the purpose and values…

Central England Co-operative raises £780k for Dementia UK

The society says it will continue the charity partnership for another 12 months

Radical bookshop co-operative takes over former bank building in Southampton

'There is something about radical bookshops, especially long-established ones like October Books. They have a special…

New set of governance principles for Australia’s co-ops and mutuals

Apex body BCCM has drawn up the document after an 18 month consultation

Filene Research Institute report asks how US credit unions can reach minority households

'Credit unions need to look beyond traditional measures of creditworthiness such as credit scores to determine…

How do we market the co-operative difference?

Co-operatives are a unique form of business, each with a different story. So what’s the best…

#Opencoop conference: Can co-ops develop their own coin?

The sector has been exploring the idea of creating a co-op coin or bartering system for…

Scotmid Co-op renews partnership with St Andrew’s First Aid

The society has helped the charity buy uniforms and equipment and has committed to another three-year…