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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: Bethan Webber, CEO Cwmpas

The new head of the Welsh co-op development body looks back on 2023

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…

Cwmpas retains Investors in People Gold status

'We care about our people and we’re ambitious to continue to improve with an inspirational leadership…

Social Business Wales Awards honour wellbeing and environmental projects

'We have brilliant examples of businesses doing their bit to reduce the impact of climate change…

Welsh co-op development agency Cwmpas elects Richard Hughes as chair

'At a time when our economy and climate are changing rapidly, it is crucial that the…

Cwmpas chair and co-founder David Jenkins to stand down after 40 years

'David has left an incredible legacy, and one which we will honour as we move forward…

How are co-ops driving gender equality?

Co-ops and Mutuals Wales held an online event with contributors including Central Co-op, Cwmpas, Co-op News…

Cwmpas drafted by Welsh government for schools’ co-op education

The one-year pilot scheme, named after 19th century reformer Robert Owen, will run in primary and…

Welsh co-op development agency Cwmpas appoints new CEO

Bethan Webber, who joins from Home-Start Cymru, is 'a passionate advocate for social justice, equality and…

Annual Q&A: Derek Walker, CEO, Cwmpas

'We are helping exciting new co-operative businesses to set up and grow, in all sectors and…

Cwmpas CEO Derek Walker is leaving to take up Welsh youth development role

Walker, who oversaw the organisation's rebrand from the Wales Co-operative Centre, has been appointed future generations…