Features

Why it’s time to radically rethink the business school

Martin Parker from the University of Bristol suggests that if we want a co-operative economy, then…

Shared ownership needs shared governance: Q&A with Trebor Scholz

We speak to the scholar-activist about governance issues surrounding platform co-ops

Data and new challenges for co-op governance: A view from the agri sector

Co-op News speaks to Bob Yuill, deputy chief executive of the Scottish Agricultural Organisation Society

Governance and the co-operative difference

How does the movement rate against other forms of business models which are pitching to be…

Could better governance have saved co-operatives in the past?

'Co-operatives, owned by their members rather than by shareholders, have a relatively good track record in…

Meet… Nick Crofts, president of the Co-op Group Members’ Council

'The values we have and the trust and admiration we still have from millions of members…

Opinion: Why the Phone Co-op and Co-operative Energy make perfect partners

Co-op Energy CEO David Bird on why he supports the Phone Co-op's transfer of engagements to…

Obituary: Jacqui Forster, pioneer of supporter ownership

'Jacqui's fortitude and determination not to give in was an inspiration to all who knew her'

Opinion: ‘Why I support the Phone Co-op’s proposed transfer of engagements to Midcounties’

The founder of the Phone Co-op, Vivian Woodell, on how lessons from the past should inform…

Obituary: Bruce Thordarson (1948-2018), former director general of the ICA

Mr Thordarson 'will be remembered as a remarkably staunch advocate for co-operatives all around the world'

Co-op Group back in the black

Group announces 2017 profits of £72m – and new 'Stronger Co-op, Stronger Communities' plan

Co-op Group enhances probate provision

The Group is acquiring Simplify Probate, the UK's second largest probate provider