Workers.coop launches its first business support programme

'Own the Future will recruit five groups for a one-year accelerator programme of training, mentoring, specialist advice and…

Census for UK worker co-ops as sector looks to drive growth

The study is designed to build a case for the sector as policymakers look for ways…

UK writers’ co-op Gritstone to celebrate 10th anniversary

The publisher, based in the north of England, is marking the anniversary by releasing a number…

Community energy sector urges UK government to ‘unlock local power’

Signatories are being sought by Community Energy England for an open letter calling on ministers to…

Alarm for Portuguese co-ops as government leaves sector body Cases

The move 'puts at risk more than 15 years of accumulated expertise in co-operative development', warns…

Lincolnshire Co-op Christmas donation drive supported 72 charities

Customers supported toy banks, hygiene banks and food banks through the annual appeal

US credit unions welcome restored federal funding for CDFIs

The CDFI Fund, along with a rolling loan fund for credit unions, had been axed during…

Woccu opens nominations for scholarships and awards

Scholarships are for women's leadership and young professionals, while awards are for digital growth and distinguished…

Minnesota agri co-op members approve merger

The unification of Farmward and Ag Plus co-ops will allow them to pool technical expertise and…

Labour policies threaten rural co-ops, warns Plunkett UK

Responding to a call for evidence from rural MPs, the charity makes a set of recommendations…

Credit union launches tree-planting initiative as part of sustainability plans

First Rate Credit Union is working with Just One Tree on the scheme which it says…

MP tables bill to require big banks to work to credit unions and CDFis

Labour/Co-op MP Gareth Thomas's bill is aimed at increasing lending to small businesses and co-operatives and…