Chelmsford Star lifts takings but tough economy hits profit

'The society has done a sterling job to mitigate the escalating costs as much as possible',…

Channel Islands Co-op posts trading profit of £5.8m

'We strive to provide our members and customers increased choice, and to continue to offer convenience…

Co-ops find space in exhibition on working class culture of 19th century Lancashire

The Workers' Playtime display, at Manchester's John Rylands library, shows how communities came together to improve…

Southern Co-op points to cost pressures as it posts operating loss of £1.3m

The retailer also reported increased turnover, passing the £500m mark for the first time, and continued…

Central Co-op weathers economic headwinds to post £20m operating profit

'We have a clear plan and exciting opportunities to grow our sales, increase membership, improve our…

Midcounties operating profit rises to £7.2m as gross sales revive past £1bn mark

The co-op's performance was buoyed by a post-pandemic revival of its travel arm and reduced performance…

USA’s National Co+op Grocers sets out its social and environmental impact

The Food Co-op Impact Report details the impact of its 159 members on sustainability, inclusive economy,…

Heart of England Co-op profits fall to £3.7m after ‘tough trading year’

CEO Ali Kurji warned of a difficult year to come but said he remains optimistic about…

East of England Co-op announces sales volume growth despite £5.5m trading loss

CEO Doug Field said the business remains sound despite rising costs and is embarking on an…

US co-operative apex body NCBA CLUSA elects its board

Members re-elected Cornelius Blanding, Juan Fernandez, Esteban Kelly, Emma McCormick and Karen Zimbelman

Southern Co-op recognised for diversity and inclusion work

The work of the retail society’s diversity and inclusion manager will be marked at two different…

Bruno Roelants looks back on his time at the helm of the ICA

'In spite of specific sectors having suffered particularly acutely during the pandemic, the co-operative movement has…