Living a co-operative life

We hear from UK co-operators about what the movement means to them

Empowering Co-operation: New strategy and branding for Co-operatives UK

'It made perfect sense that, as we launch an exciting and ambitious new strategy, we need…

To the grave: A co-operative end to life

Retail co-ops are adapting their funeralcare services to suit 21st century needs – while new co-ops are…

REI relaunches membership programme

The outdoor retail co-op plans to grow its membership from 20 million to 50 million by…

Wales Co-operative Centre calls for act to support affordable housing

'A Community Ownership and Empowerment Act would lead to the delivery of more affordable community-led housing…

Commemoration planned for Lord Ted Graham

Co-operators are invited to a tree planting and commemoration on Friday 1 April at Pymmes Park,…

Co-op Group launches incubator for suppliers

The new scheme - 'The apiary' - will search for, support and mentor smaller, innovative and…

Central England opens its first store in Lancashire

'Our Wigan Road store will see us invest in the local economy and create jobs for…

A co-op membership card: the Blue Peter badge of retail?

An interview with Ewan Vinnicombe-Wallis, the former children's television producer speaking at the 2022 Co-op Retail…

Co-op identity: ‘With mission and purpose we can move mountains’

A conversation with Martin Lowery and Alexandra Wilson

Obituary: Bill May, activist and veteran London co-operator

Socialist campaigner with a commitment to co-op education

Living our co-operative identity to make a sustainable future for all

'Co-operatives focus on long-term sustainability rather than profit for shareholders and wealth creation alone'