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How the Co-op Group is cutting out waste packaging through a ‘circular economy’

The Co-op Group is to share its experience in moving from the “make, use, dispose” model to…

Co-op Group executive takes chair of employee engagement firm

Co-op Group executive Rod Bulmer has taken on the role of chairman of employee engagement company Engage…

Co-op retailers outdo conventional rivals on animal welfare, survey finds

Co-operatives in the food industry often outperform privately listed companies when it comes to animal welfare,…

Chelmsford Star hosts networking and advice night for community groups

Chelmsford Star Co-operative hosted a free evening of networking and presentations for charities and community groups…

Pioneers group helps to train future agricultural leaders

A training programme for young farmers has been launched by the Co-op Group. The Farming Pioneers Group was…

Central England looks for members to join its local councils

The Central England Co-operative is looking for members to join its Membership and Community Councils, which…

700 jobs under threat from Waitrose closures – but more stores opening elsewhere

Nearly 700 jobs are at risk at Waitrose as the grocery chain announced plans to close…

Steve Murrells to succeed Richard Pennycook as Co-op Group CEO

The Co-op Group has announced the appointment of Steve Murrells as its new chief executive. Mr…

Aldi overtakes Co-op as fifth largest grocer

The latest figures from market analyst Kantar Worldpanel show discounter Aldi overtaking the Co-op to become Britain’s fifth-largest…

What is the relationship between employee engagement and productivity?

Wide-ranging research into the links between employee engagement and higher productivity will be presented at the Co-operative Retail Conference next…

Divine Chocolate chief executive shares her thoughts on attending the Davos Economic Forum

Divine Chocolate chief executive Sophi Tranchell was one of the 2,500 business leaders and heads of…

Co-op Group climbs through the ranks of Stonewall’s list of LGBT-friendly employers

The Co-operative Group is one of only two retailers to be listed in Stonewall’s list of top…