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Channel Islands Co-op sells derelict site after housing plan falls through

The retail society had hoped to build homes, a multi-storey car park and supermarket on the…

Midcounties wins sustainability prize at Grocer Gold Awards

Judges said the retail society's member-led plans achieved "a whole new level" of impact, praising the…

Co-ops take critical line on EU budget plans

Copa and Cogeca slammed plans to reform farm subsidies, and Rescoop warned proposals threatened the growth…

Community right to buy announced as part of English Devolution Bill

Measures include right of first refusal to community groups on registered asset and a new category…

Bond offer launched for ethical solar co-op build on former coal mine

Big Solar Co-op wants to build a 3.5MW solar park on a former opencast mine in…

Co-op Group launches cyber crime prevention scheme

The programme, which will work to channel young cyber talent into work, is part of the…

Lincolnshire Co-op partners with retail software firm to cut food waste

The retail society says it saved 1.8 million tonnes of food waste, working with in-store software…

Kitty’s Launderette crowdfunder to expand eco washing service

The Liverpool launderette and social space co-op wants funds for an electric van and rooftop solar…

Shropshire credit unions open applications for education grant

Just Credit Union launched the £500 grant five years ago in memory of founder member and…

Dairy co-op First Milk wins 22 medals at cheese awards

The farmer-owned co-op also picked up four trophies at the ceremony, for its Cheddars and Double…

One year in, how well is Labour serving the co-op movement?

Starmer's team have had a rocky ride since the election – but have at least won…

Not just a shop: A day with East of England Co-op

Chief executive Andy Rigby gives Co-op News a tour of the retail society