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Annual Q&A: Rose Marley, chief executive of Co-operatives UK

'Our values and principles are not simply a badge to be worn. They must be at…

Welsh ministers visit credit unions after £422k funding boost for the sector

First minister Mark Drakeford said credit unions help efforts to promote social justice and tackle poverty

Fellowship call from the Institute for the Cooperative Digital Economy

'Our goal is to create a body of knowledge that advances platform ownership and democratic governance…

Worker co-op launches fruit tree nursery and heritage orchard in Sheffield

Sheffield Fruit Trees is crowdfunding to support the venture, with match funding pledged by the Forestry…

Leaving Lincolnshire Co-op: CEO Ursula Lidbetter on her life with the society

'Because we know the place, we’re connected to people, understand their needs and respond to them'

Regulation inspiration: Ian Adderley of the FCA on the rules for the co-op sector

'Compliance and correct governance may seem daunting but it can have a real impact on people's…

New year honours list recognises contributions from co-op sector

Former Co-op Group colleague Helen Webb was awarded an OBE for her services to equality, inclusion…

Young people and the future of cooperation in Europe

Alice Toomer-McAlpine speaks with two delegates at the Cooperatives Europe youth event held in Cardiff late…

Chelmsford Star upgrades its online presence for groceries and department store

People across the country can access co-op department stores once again,

Heart of England Co-op gave 140,000 meals to those in need during 2022

'Our link-up with FareShare Midlands not only helps people in our communities but also the environment'

East of England Co-op gives its £100k festive marketing budget to charity

The money will go to local warm hubs and foodbanks to help people struggling with the…

Tamworth Co-op hands £35k to local community groups

Recipients include charities working with young people, single mums, victims of domestic abuse, people with learning…