2024 End of Year Q&A: Debbie Robinson

CEO, Central Co-op

Devolution plan brings right to buy – and a shake-up for some co-op councils

Co-op Party chair Jim McMahon welcomed 'a significant step forward for the community power agenda'

Danish agri-food co-op KMC reports 6% revenue growth

The potato starch supplier, which has opened a new research centre, says the growth is down…

Business support scheme directly helps 500 co-ops in nine years

The £3.2m partnership between the Co-op Bank and Co-operatives UK has delivered advice, campaigns, workshops, tools…

Central Co-op funeralcare launches online store for memorial products

'This collection of keepsakes helps keep their memory close in a way that feels right for…

Glasgow Credit Union announces record divi for members

The £4.6m return to more than 62,000 members is the highest in the organisation's 35-year history

ILO signs deal to provide training and data support to Jordan’s co-ops

'By working together, we can create a co-operative movement that contributes to building the foundation for…

Irish credit unions welcome Central Bank reforms to boost mortgage lending

The proposals would triple the amount the sector is allowed to offer on mortgages and business…

Lincolnshire energy co-op launches share offer to expand solar portfolio

North Lincolnshire Community Energy wants to raise £700,000 for rooftop solar on schools, community and public…

Welsh media firm takes employee-owned route with support from Cwmpas

Orchard Media has provided services to clients including Netflix, the BBC and Admiral Group for 14…

Community Energy England hands out sector awards for 2024

Winners include Bristol Energy Co-op, Midcounties' joint venture Younity, and the Co-op Party

UK insurer Cirencester Friendly joins global mutuals body Icmif

'This is a positive and exciting time to be part of the mutual movement, and we…