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Fairbnb launches its ethical holiday rental platform in the UK

The platform co-op says it wants to promote a sustainable, people-over-profit model of tourism that supports…

Report highlights economic impact of Canadian co-operatives and mutuals

The sector contributed CA$49.2bn to the country’s GDP in 2019, and provides 592,000 full-time jobs

Vancouver property management business launches housing co-op for staff

'For certain people the co-op model is what works well and what helps them feel like…

West Yorkshire mayor cuts ribbon on Leeds Credit Union’s new headquarters

The move to a larger site is part of the credit union’s growth plans

Arla Foods pledges to continue support for Nigerian dairy sector

The dairy co-op has signed an MOU with the Nigerian government, with pledges including the promotion…

A co-op solution to securing better livelihoods for waste pickers

Of the 20 million waste pickers around the world, only four million are in formal employment:…

Citizenship: Storyteller’s big fix to usher in a co-operative new world

Ad man turned activist Jon Alexander draws on his work advising the Co-op Group and other…

Irish co-ops share views on Co-operative Societies Bill

ICOS leaders warn that new rules around mergers, audits and setting up co-ops could have a…

New cybersecurity solution for rural electric co-ops in the USA

The programme developed by electric co-ops in collaboration with the Department of Energy, constantly monitors performance…

Canada’s Co-operators names winners of its annual award for young leaders

'Engaging with this outstanding group of changemakers from across Canada through our leadership academy is an…

Insurer LV= to join Association of Finance Mutuals

'The AFM Board has been impressed by the LV= leadership’s commitment to maintaining strong mutual credentials'

Andrew Bibby draws lessons from the legacy of co-operative housing

Natalie Bradbury interviews the co-op writer about his new book, These Houses Are Ours, which uncovers…