Regulator to look at proposed merger of Irish dairy co-ops

The Competition and Markets Authority is investigating plans to merge LacPatrick and Lakeland co-ops

Co-op Group agrees sale of insurance underwriting business to Markerstudy

'We intend to enhance our insurance offer for Co-op members and this agreement provides the means…

Heart of England reports Christmas sales increase of 5.95%

The society said its store improvement programme was a major factor in its success

East of England Co-op launches recycling awareness campaign

The retailer is working with Ipswich Council to educate people about what can and can't be…

Retail and plastic: Eroski co-op goes back to basics with the paper bag

The retailer, part of Mondragon, is also planning compostable and recyclable alternatives

Plunkett Foundation celebrates its centenary with social media film project

The organisation will also be launching new initiatives under its current five-year strategy

Co-op Party MPs join vote against May’s Brexit deal

Last October the Party gave its backing for a People's Vote on the final deal

Locals in Southport take on the developers in a bid to save pub for the community

'Almost a quarter of privately owned pubs have closed their doors since 2008. Yet, 100% of…

Brighton Energy Co-operative announces a raft of new projects

Community rooftop solar systems are to be installed at schools, offices and university buildings in the…

Is Fairtrade fair? Movement answers its critics

With Traidcraft in crisis, Paul Gosling looks at debate surrounding the drive for a more ethical…

Chelmsford Star reports positive Christmas figures

Like-for-like sales rose 5% across the society’s food stores

Lincolnshire Co-op reports 7.5% increase in Christmas food store sales

The society also reported a strong performance for its Love Local food and drink range