Where Fairtrade-certified producers enjoy higher prices than non-certified farmers, it can be hard to isolate the…
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Meet… Bruno Roelants, incoming director general of the International Co-operative Alliance
Mr Roelants talks about his 30 years working for the movement and his priorities for the…
Co-ops must play their part in building a future for work
Ultimately, the solutions may come from the very developments that have disrupted the economy
How co-ops can help spread the benefits of automation
'Ownership is the ground where the tug-of-war for the next social contracts is being played. Who…
Future of work Q&A: Paul Nowak, TUC deputy general secretary
'In this fast-changing environment, co-ops may need to invest in expertise, so they are clear sighted…
Future of work Q&A: International Labour Organization
'Co-ops have a unique opportunity to make an impact, given the growing global quest for new…
Future of work Q&A: Hyungsik Eum, data analyst, CECOP-CICOPA
While the business model of individual co-ops might make innovations, they cannot be saved from pressures…
What does a future of automated work mean for co-ops?
There is concern over the threat posed by machines to jobs – but what opportunities are there…
Co-operative leadership: How should it work in practice?
Bob Cannell of Co-operative Business Consultants looks at the hazards facing collective leadership - and how…
Leadership Q&A: Ben Reid of the Midcounties Co-operative
The group chief executive of the independent society says openness lies at the core of leadership
Who’s afraid of leadership? Key lessons for co-op leaders
Training expert and business consultant Kate Whittle stresses the need for clarity, collaboration and communication
