European launch for BCCM’s new tool to measure value of co-op businesses

Mutual Value Measurement was developed after a two-year research project led by Monash University involving 13…

Speakers announced for UK Co-op Congress in June

Dicussion will include climate change, the co-operative identity, principle 6 finance, social care, community ownership, and…

Chelmsford Star lifts takings but tough economy hits profit

'The society has done a sterling job to mitigate the escalating costs as much as possible',…

South Caernarfon Creameries co-op wins top Welsh food award

'It is all down to locally sourced, quality ingredients, our committed team and not being afraid…

New Central Co-op store is first to launch with solar panels fitted

The solar panels are part of a wider ambition by the co-op to upgrade its stores…

Solar co-op opens latest round of funding for local community groups

The funds come from revenues generated by renewable installations placed by Edinburgh Community Solar Co-op on…

Channel Islands Co-op posts trading profit of £5.8m

'We strive to provide our members and customers increased choice, and to continue to offer convenience…

UK government opens third round of Community Ownership Fund

'From far-flung pubs to prized community centres, the Community Ownership Fund is putting vital assets back…

Cwmpas drafted by Welsh government for schools’ co-op education

The one-year pilot scheme, named after 19th century reformer Robert Owen, will run in primary and…

Co-op Party celebrates local election boost with 680 councillors added to its ranks

Meanwhile, the non-partisan Co-op Councils Innovation Network added three full member authorities to its portfolio

Strong farm performance boosts Radstock Co-op’s operating profit to £273k

Surpluses from the society's farm and property businesses offset a trading loss as stores weathered the…

Southern Co-op points to cost pressures as it posts operating loss of £1.3m

The retailer also reported increased turnover, passing the £500m mark for the first time, and continued…