Agri co-ops respond to the eco challenges of the 21st century

'There are several initiatives being developed and scoped that can play a significant role in helping…

Protecting the land: A co-op future for the commons?

Neil McInroy, from the Centre for Local Economic Strategies, says we need to protect public assets…

Plunkett Foundation welcomes new funding for rural community business

The Prince’s Countryside Fund has given the organisation a £40,000 grant to support mentorship, specialist advice…

EC agrees to extend approval for Irish credit union reform

'Since 2013 restructuring has transformed the sector, as credit unions transferred to become part of larger,…

Agri co-ops could help farmers weather input price hikes brought by Brexit

Agricultural purchasing co-op Fram Farmers warns consolidation in the supply sector could pose problems

Co-op Group issues £300m bond to support Fairtrade

'Co-op was an early pioneer of Fairtrade and now with the support of like-minded investors we…

What next for community energy after end to feed-in tarrifs?

Community Energy England gathered experts to look at new ways to attract funding and expand the…

Change at the top at the Co-operative Party

Claire McCarthy is leaving in July, while Gareth Thomas will not be standing for re-election as…

Co-op Group adopts new slogan to demonstrate community values

Chief executive Steve Murrells unveiled the campaign – “Co-op: It’s what we do’ – at Saturday’s…

Co-op Group looks at new ways to engage membership and reverse voter decline

'We want to unlock the potential of the co-op model – there are consumers out there…

Home entertainment retailer Richer Sounds moves to employee ownership model

'It’s incredibly exciting times and allows our colleagues to feel even more connected to the company'

Chelmsford Star reports drop in trading surplus in tough retail environment

'2018 has been the worst year for shops since 2008, the height of the recession, and…