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Bright Future co-op launches new strategy for work with modern slavery survivors

'It’s about making a heck of a difference to people’s lives, that magic word dignity, and…

Retail co-ops and the tricky world of ethical consumption

Interview with Rob Harrison, director of Ethical Consumer

Big Solar launches first large rooftop installation using sustainable solar

Concern over carbon emissions and forced labour in the global PV supply chain prompted the the…

More than a paycheque: How can co-ops offer a better future of work?

Worker-owned businesses in Cincinnati, the UK's Bright Future programme for modern slavery survivors and SEWA in…

Co-operators in modern slavery campaign criticise Illegal Migration Bill

It is feared the bill could stop modern slavery victims forced into the UK by traffickers…

Co-op Party crime commissioners call for modern slavery watchdog

'It is dismaying and frustrating that Suella Braverman has refused to appoint to the post, and…

Bright Future Co-op reappoints Causeway to run modern slavery programme

The work placement scheme with businesses including the Co-op Group and Midcounties has helped 77 people…

The fight against the scourge of modern slavery: Co-operating for a brighter future

Bright Future – which works with survivors of forced labour – is converting to the co-op…

Agriculture and modern slavery – what can co-ops do to tackle the risks of exploitation?

The ILO says agriculture, forestry and fishery have a worldwide problem with forced labour

Media co-op Bristol Cable wins award for modern slavery investigation

The title won Press Gazette’s Local Journalism award for its five-year campaign to expose abuses at…

Co-op Group wants benefits reform for modern slavery survivors

‘The Co-op is leading the way by demonstrating the positive impact business can have in supporting…

Salford Council announces measures to fight against modern slavery

The actions are designed to encourage the identification, rescue and support of victims and prosecution of…