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Cheese co-op in French Basque region is crowdfunding to preserve local flavour

The co-op has supported families with a longstanding tradition in farming, helping to keep young people…

Central England Co-op launches relaxed checkout lanes for vulnerable customers

'Everyone here hopes this provides a happier shopping experience for people who need a little bit…

Co-op Group survey shows further action is needed to tackle taboo around death

Failure to plan ahead can lead to financial hardship and mental health problems, says the Group…

Desjardins reports rising share price in half-year results for its venture capital arm

Its portfolio includes 19 co-operatives which benefited from commitments amounting to $196m

Catalan food delivery co-op raises funds to launch app

Mensakas hopes to provide an alternative to gig economy platforms like Deliveroo

Putting a forgotten city from co-op history back on the map

America's Credit Union Museum, in Manchester, New Hampshire, shines a light the birthplace of the US…

Southern Co-op helps 100 charities with £50,000

'Each of our stores and funeral homes has their own charity which is close to our…

New Zealand co-op movement holds its annual awards

The apex body for the sector honoured co-ops and individuals across four categories at the Christchurch…

US credit unions test out new anti-fraud technology

'It is CO-OP’s job to make sure that our clients have access to the best technology…

Green paper on social housing recommends more power to tenants – but is it enough?

'We are worried that the green paper is questioning whether tenant management is a valid form…

Technology consultancy moves to 100% employee-ownership

'CDP recognised that people were the real value in the company and the key to future…

USA passes new law to aid business transition to worker-ownership

The co-op sector has welcomed the new Main Street Employee Ownership Act