Jeremy Hunt budget does too little for co-ops say sector representatives

Community business and co-ops need more support, say sector bodies, although there was a welcome for…

Co-operatives UK co-helms scheme to boost social economy in Greater Manchester

Backed by regional mayor Andy Burnham, the project will launch a new co-op, Our Business, to…

Co-op Group announces pay rise to at least £12 an hour for frontline store workers

'We believe this investment in our colleagues is of paramount importance to recognise their outstanding commitment…

Broadcasting co-op works to challenge ageism and give older people a voice

We speak to Mervyn Eastman, co-founder of the Later Life Audio and Radio Co-operative

Newcastle’s Jazz Co-op hosts festival to celebrate Globe venue’s tenth anniversary

'Ten years ago the Globe was a failing pub. Today it is a thriving grassroots venue…

Proposed rule changes at Channel Islands Co-op fail to pass member vote

'We extend our gratitude to our members for actively participating and exercising their democratic privilege'

Plan for Scottish co-op centre gets £1.9m boost from Lottery Heritage Fund

'It will be a celebration of our heritage, a supportive resource for our community and a…

Book review: Nathan Schneider looks for ways to democratise online spaces

'The ways people can and cannot collectively self-govern in daily online life ... have been constrained…

Openfield grain co-op reports £2.7m profit after fleet investment

The farmer-owned group restated its commitment to helping members reduce their carbon emissions

First Milk co-op acquires Dorset product maker BV Dairy

'This provides a genuine extension to our business, extending our manufacturing and market reach'

Lincolnshire Co-op shares £160k from community fund among youth groups

The Community Champions scheme, which celebrated its tenth anniversary last year, has so far raised £4.5m…

GMB Credit Union celebrates 25th anniversary

'The global financial climate has been difficult to navigate for our members over the past 25…