Stephen Nicol appointed chair of Plunkett Foundation

'The impacts of Covid-19 in 2020 have underlined the critical importance of strong community businesses for…

Plunkett Foundation secures support from the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation

The funding will be used to help grow and support the UK rural community business sector

Co-ops and Covid-19: Supply chain issues for small or remote stores

The coronavirus pandemic 'has meant a very testing time for community businesses everywhere'

Covid-19: Updates from the co-op movement

Latest news on coronavirus from the co-op, credit union, community business and employee-ownership sectors in the…

Power to Change backs Stir to Action Beyond Here Fellowship

Selected fellows will work with community leaders to explore the pressures that come with their involvement…

How co-ops can throw a lifeline to isolated people in tough winter weather

Plunkett Foundation’s #thelittlethings campaign highlights the work of community businesses and encourages people to help

Co-op lender closes in on target to boost revolving fund

Over £25,000 has already been raised as Icof Community Capital (ICC) aims to reach a £600,000…

Cwmpas urges co-op sector to engage with new-look Sennedd

It is important to introduce an influx of new assembly members to democratic business models, says…

Future Co-ops conference to explore reclaiming power for communities

At the end of February, the UK’s 2026 Future Co-ops Conference will explore ways the co-op…

A record-breaking year for UK co-operatives and mutuals

The Co-operative and Mutual Economy Report reveals the sector generated a combined income of £179.2bn and…

Life lessons for a living world in the Forest of Dean

Community benefit society Wylderne has taken ownership of a wilderness education centre and is putting co-op…

Kitty’s Launderette crowdfunder to expand eco washing service

The Liverpool launderette and social space co-op wants funds for an electric van and rooftop solar…