The region’s new industrial strategy is a big opportunity for the co-op movement, says the mayor
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Show filtersCo-ops contribute to social business boom in Wales
‘The social business sector is a varied and innovative sector, which offers enhanced economic, environmental and…
Tech co-op to create crowd-funded emergency response app
‘We’re not just asking for donations – this is about showing real solidarity with people in…
Credit union homelessness prevention scheme helped 300 families avoid eviction
With the backing of two local authorities, Lewisham Credit Union helped tenants clear rent arrears with…
Housing co-ops respond to Affordable Housing Commission report
The AHC wants a new definition for housing affordability, based on household incomes
Co-op Group wins Leading Co-op of the Year award for 2019
Other winners include South Tyneside Council, Bristol Wood Recycling Project and The Schools’ Energy Co-op
Co-op Fortnight to bring the movement together in acts of co-operation
Activities range from a social media campaign to foodbank support and community engagement
English community pub programme receives £2.2m round of funding
Plunkett Foundation will use the money to roll out the new round of the More Than…
Scottish Parliament debate highlights need for more housing co-ops
Scotland has just 11 registered housing co-ops, compared to 685 across the UK
Salford Council announces measures to fight against modern slavery
The actions are designed to encourage the identification, rescue and support of victims and prosecution of…
Co-op Food CEO wants action against attacks on shop workers
The Group is echoing calls from Usdaw, the British Retail Consortium and industry staff to tackle…
Credit unions plan to address needs of Venezuelan refugees in Colombia
Colombia has the highest number of refugees and migrants from Venezuela – more than a million
