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AgricultureEuropean agri co-ops want EU legislation against unfair trading supply chain practices
Sector bodies Copa-Cogeca want a ban on unfair practices backed by enforcement measures and deterrent sanctions
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AgricultureDo co-ops have a future in Croatia?
The movement represents just 5% of the country’s GDP despite a growing interest in the model since the 2008 financial crisis
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Credit UnionsPlans to scale back credit union regulations in the USA
The National Credit Union Administration has asked the sector to comment on a package of proposed reforms
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Banking and InsuranceCo-op Bank reports interim loss of £135m
Bank announces losses and confirms restructuring deal will complete next month
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Banking and InsuranceHow lawful is the ‘Co-operative’ Bank’s name now?
Ian Snaith of DWF LLP on how the Co-op Bank's recapitalisation plans affect its continued use of the name 'Co-operative'
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BusinessNew website created to raise awareness of employee ownership as a business option
TransfertoCoops.eu offers guidance for company owners and employees in a bid to boost the model across the EU
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EqualityThe gig economy – an opportunity for co-ops and trade unions to work together?
Co-op Congress heard from John Park from Community Union and Sarah de Heusch of co-op gig platform SMart
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Banking and InsuranceCentral Bank of Ireland launches consultation on credit union investment framework
The sector, which has been hit by a low interest rate environment, could see its range of investment classes widened
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HealthCo-op Legal Services supporting Cancer Research UK
The #AWill2TackleCancer campaign hopes to raise over £750,000 to support work on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the disease
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BusinessGovernment to reduce burden on small co-operatives
Small co-operatives will benefit from legislation designed to reduce regulatory burden, in a decision announced by chancellor Philip Hammond in the spring budget. The government will increase the turnover threshold for which co-operatives are required to conduct a...