Small co-operatives will benefit from legislation designed to reduce regulatory burden, in a decision announced by chancellor Philip…
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What have co-ops been doing on International Women’s Day?
The International Co-operative Alliance has published a statement highlighting how “the world of labour is a…
Two women’s co-ops changing lives
All over the world women are taking action and innovating change to accelerate equality and help…
Co-ops are key players in building a Zero Carbon Britain
What role can co-operatives play in reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions? A new report by…
The end of oil – a co-operative opportunity?
Now in its 10th year, this year’s Future Co-ops conference – ‘Post Carbon Co-ops’ – addressed…
Meet… Amelia Cargo, Co-op communicator and LGBT leader
Amelia Cargo works for the Co-operative Group as communications officer in the New Stores team based…
Three Reads: Andrew Bibby
Andrew Bibby is a writer, journalist and co-operative specialist. He is also one of the five…
Why did the New Internationalist change its legal structure?
Staff at the New Internationalist are getting ready to celebrate their 500th edition, almost a year after they decided to…
East of England Co-op announces regeneration plan for Ipswich
East of England Co-operative Society has revealed plans to regenerate important parts of Ipswich using its…
Steve Murrells: Who is the new man at the top of the Co-op Group?
Steve Murrells has been named as successor to Richard Pennycook as chief executive of the Co-operative…
A chequered history for the Co-operative Bank, but what’s next for co-op banking in the UK?
The Co-operative Bank markets itself as an ethical bank. It had the first customer-led ethical policy, provides free…
Recycling and energy conservation save Midcounties Co-op £1m a year
The Midcounties Co-operative is saving more than £1m a year through sustainability measures. The society, which operates more than 500…
