Covid-19: Sector groups urge government to protect social enterprise

Current support measures are not enough to keep the sector safe, warn Co-operatives UK, Plunkett, Social…

Vegan cafe co-op launches fundraiser to help it through lockdown

The team is appealing for funds because a government loan could leave directors in 'a scary…

Awards nod for Southern Co-op’s partnership with homeless charity

The co-op and its partner Society of St James are in the running at the Third…

Lambeth GP Food Co-op launches fundraiser for home food project

The co-op wants to distribute gardening kits to vulnerable people across the borough

Central England gets planning nod for new travel store

The society wants to take on a site in Beccles, Suffolk

Cumbrian credit union merger approved by FCA

Affinity Credit Union is merging with Eden and South Lakeland

Scotmid sets up rural delivery service for Lakes and Dales customers

Managers set up a phone order service after requests from elderly customers

Central England Co-op gives colleague bonuses and community payouts for Covid-19

'This reward is just one of the ways we are saying thank you and showcasing the…

Scottish Government allocates third sector and credit union support for Covid-19

The news has been welcomed by sector body Abcul which has been working with governments in…

Central England Co-op eases lockdown purchase restrictions

'By co-operating we can get through this uncertain time together'

Merger and acquisitions in the US agri co-op sector

Farmers Ranchers Co-op and Central Valley Ag have merged in Nebraska, while Minnesota-based Crystal Valley has…

Tri-State agrees exit fee for Delta-Montrose electric co-op

A number of co-ops are looking to leave the wholesaler so they can pursue renewable alternatives