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Can co-ops bridge a divided UK political landscape?

We look at what co-ops have to offer and how co-op ways of working can foster…

New year, new co-ops on the rise around the UK

A round-up of sector developments in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

End of year Q&A: Rose Marley, CEO, Co-operatives UK

'We had to take some major steps in terms of understanding what we’ve termed the democratic…

Welsh co-operators salute Mark Drakeford as he steps down as first minister

'Mark Drakeford has been a strong advocate for the co-operative movement in Wales throughout his time…

Co-operatives UK announces roadshows to promote the model

'We’re delighted to be teaming up with so many passionate, knowledgeable co‑op experts to introduce co-operatives…

Co-op and mutual bodies launch UK prospectus calling for policy support

The document was produced by Abcul, Co-operatives UK, AFM and BSA

Key takeaways from the Practitioners Forum 2023

The event featured up to 20 sessions across five specialist forums: membership, governance, finance, human resources…

Former YMCA CEO Arvinda Gohil appointed chair of Future Economy Alliance

'When businesses share profits and power, then we can really start building a fairer and more…

Future Economy Alliance poll finds public want a change to purpose-led business

The Alliance includes Community Energy England, Co-operatives UK, Cwmpas, the EOA, Locality, Plunkett, Power to Change,…

UK co-op sector is growing – but government support needed to pick up the pace

Co-operative and Mutual Economy 2023 report highlights 'huge untapped potential' and says co-op growth is lagging…

EO tax benefits must be extended to worker co-ops, government urged

Workers.coop and Co-operatives UK want employee ownership incentives to include more options for businesses and workers

Co-operatives UK recognised at Manchester business awards

The co-operative network received the award for Business of the Year 2023