Midcounties Co-op signs new partner to revamp its facilities management

Arcus FM will look after building maintenance across the co-op's estate, on a three-year contract

Co-op Group joins list of retailers calling for think on farmers’ inheritance tax

'They are facing many challenges, and we have seen first-hand the fear, anxiety and anger currently…

West Lothian Council looks to support credit unions as bank branches close

Measures could include council information sites and the introduction of a credit union development officer

Fairtrade Foundation appoints Eleanor Harrison as CEO

Harrison, who has been given the OBE for services to international development, takes up the role…

London Community Credit Union goes into administration

Formed in 2010 as part of an anti-poverty drive by the local authority, the credit union…

Clockwise Credit Union recognised for its fight against loan sharks

The Leicester-based ethical lender is now an official accredited partner of the England Illegal Money Lending…

Coventry Building Society appoints new CEO at Co-op Bank

Andrea Melville, who joins from Santander, will also serve as group chief commercial officer at the…

Co-op Group launches £820k fund for sustainable farming

Beef, lamb and dairy farmers will be rewarded for their efforts in reducing carbon emissions and…

Central Co-op works with supplier Lyreco to curb environmental impact

The retail society is introducing chemical-free cleaning solutions and a more efficient method of dealing with…

NFU Mutual announces £4m in charity support for 2025

The funds include support for front-line charities nominated by branch officers, rural organisations and the Farm…

Shepherds Friendly launches first TV ad after hitting 150,000 policy milestone

The 200-year-old, Greater Manchester-based society is using a multi-media marketing strategy based on a theme of…

Co-op Group business support scheme launches another search for suppliers

The Apiary programme has brought 27 suppliers to Group store shelves since 2022