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Tamworth Co-op defies tough market to grow pre-tax profit to £941k
The society's AGM saw a tribute to CEO Julian Coles and his deputy Andy Richardson, who…
Heart of England Co-op posts first ever operating loss for 2023
The society made a £1.2m trading profit but took a hit from a drop in valuation…
Nationwide plan to buy Virgin Money divides analysts and members
The £2.9bn deal would mark an expansion for the UK mutuals sector – but some of…
Co-op Fortnight to focus on alternative routes to climate action
The Fortnight, from 24 June - 7 July, follows the Co-op Congress in Birmingham, held on…
Save Birmingham founders launch manifesto for the West Midlands
The manifesto includes a call on the candidates for metro mayor to promote community power
Community-owned business growth at highest level since the pandemic
Plunkett UK figures show 32 new organisations opened in 2023
Agri co-ops say Ukraine trade remains a challenge despite new EU deal
'EU producers and manufacturers will have to be included in this discussion and their demands answered…
Online co-op events to tackle legislation and the Green New Deal
The events are organised by Co-operatives Wales to mark Robert Owen Day and the International Day…
Co-op Group signs 15-year deal to source energy from solar farm
The agreement aims to 'increase energy security, boost economic development and help us achieve net zero…
Agricultural co-ops reveal policy asks ahead of European elections
'The recent surge in farming protests underscores the urgency of this issue, highlighting the need for…
National Coop Bank highlights $384m support for low-income communities
Support went to credit unions and co-ops active in sectors such as housing, health, food and…