Gemma Lacey is director of sustainability and communications at The Southern Co-operative. She talked to us…
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How retailers can connect with their communities by going ‘hyperlocal’
Hyperlocal is a marketing buzzword to remind big brands to connect with their communities – and…
Travel co-ops and the rise of sustainable tourism
Every year, over one billion international tourists pack their bags to go on holiday, creating millions…
Innovative food co-op sees NHS patients growing food at GP surgeries
A food co-operative set up by a GP surgery is helping patients to grow food in Lambeth,…
The Co-operators funded project provides work experience for marginalised Canadians
In St John’s, a city on Newfoundland, Canada, a community café is offering work experience to marginalised people.…
Obituary: Pam Walker, teacher and lifelong co-operator
Pam Walker (1953-2017) was a gifted teacher and a natural co-operator. Her talents came together when…
Book review: How Germany’s energy revolution solves more than just climate change
The first chapter of Energy Democracy is titled ‘Energiewende: The Solution to More Problems than Climate…
Seed Co-op and Unicorn Grocery make the finals of BBC food and farming awards
Manchester’s Unicorn Grocery worker co-op three finalists in the ‘Best Food Retailer’ category of the BBC’s…
Trump’s budget blueprint sees cuts for co-ops and credit unions
US President Donald Trump has unveiled a $1.15 trillion budget blueprint featuring a $54bn boost in defence spending…
Successful credit union growth: lessons to learn from the USA experience
How can credit unions be successful? Make money, stay solvent and grow, says Bill Hampel, chief policy…
Jazz Co-op aims to raise £36,0000 to secure long-term future
The UK’s first live music venue run by a co-operative, the Globe in Newcastle, is looking…
