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Wenzel’s bakery added to Southern Co-op’s list of franchise partners

The deal reflects the retail society's strategic focus on food to go, with the first franchise…

Southern Co-op wins scientific approval for its net zero plans

'Having our net zero targets validated by the SBTi represents a pivotal milestone in our climate…

Southern Co-op blames £2.6m loss on thefts and running costs

CEO Mark Smith said the cost of retail crime rose to £8m - calling it an…

New Forest site secured for wildlife with help from Southern Co-op

The retail society donated £50k to Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust to buy the…

Retail co-ops sign renewable energy supply deal with RWE

UK co-ops Central, Lincolnshire, Scotmid, East of England and Southern will source clean energy for use in to over…

Southern Co-op CEO Mark Smith announces decision to retire

Smith, who has led the co-op since 2009, will be succeeded in the role by Ben…

Co-op movement responds to wave of riots across UK

The movement has reasserted its values, with apex Co-operatives UK stating: 'Any form of racism and…

Dame Janet Paraskeva appointed Southern Co-op chair

Southern Co-op has announced the appointment of Dame Janet Paraskeva as the society’s new chair, succeeding…

Southern Co-op reports a return to trading profit of £75k

CEO Mark Smith noted continued cost pressures but said: 'We are seeing the benefit of our…

Retail co-ops see net zero targets validated by global body SBTi

The Co-op Group and Midcounties are the first convenience retailers to meet the most recent science-based…

Plunkett rallies retail co-ops to support rural community business

Midcounties, Central, Southern, Radstock, the Co-op Group and Co-operatives UK are among the partners in the…

Southern Co-op’s Woodland Burial Ground hosts festive wreath-making workshops

Proceeds from the workshops will go to a local domestic abuse charity