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Labour conference explores ways to double the co-op and mutual economy

Starmer's government now has to deliver on its pledge to grow the UK co-op sector

Co-op Group launches campaign to mark National Inclusion Week

'We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected'

Co-op Group updates its Apiary programme for smaller suppliers

The retailer will now run an accelerator alongside its incubator for small suppliers

Co-op Group study highlights food crisis facing Britain’s youth

Research conducted by the retailer with Barnardo's found a quarter of young people find it hard…

Coalition calls for $3.6bn for affordable co-op housing in New York City

The measure would address racial disparities in the city, says the National Cooperative Bank

Fairtrade co-ops are better for forest conservation, says report

The study was conducted in response to the EU adopting a new deforestation regulation in 2023

Change at top for Fairtrade Foundation with new chair, and CEO moving on

Dr Nyagoy Nyong’o is the new chair of trustees, while chief executive Michael Gidney is leaving…

Co-op sector’s dismay as Europe mandate fails to mention social economy

The list of commissioner nominees fails to include a clear mandate for the social economy, a…

Novem Pharmaceuticals to acquire BC Tree Fruits Cooperative storage facility

The co-op told its members on 26 July that it would no longer receive fruit, effective…

Worker co-ops join union campaign urging REI to ‘bargain a fair contract’

The petition claims the outdoor retail co-op refuses to bargain with their union worker

Co-op and Mutuals Economy report shows combined income of £165.7bn

'We need policies that create the right conditions for co-operatives to thrive'

East of England Co-op announces £110,000 in community grants

More than 8,000 people will benefit from £110,000 worth of grants from the retailer's Community Cares…