The plan was backed by 97.07% of Southern members, and now needs confirmation at a second…
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Show filtersSouthern Co-op says merger with Co-op Group is key to society’s survival
'If the merger does not go ahead, the most likely outcome is that Southern Co-op will…
Co-op Group and Southern Co-op to join forces
Writing exclusively for Co-op News, Kate Allum (Co-op Group) and Ben Stimson (Southern) share their perspective…
Co-op Retail Conference: Co-operating in challenging times
Debbie Robinson of OurCoop, Ben Stimson of Southern Co-op and Martin Rogers of the Co-op Group…
Southern Co-op donates £125k to food banks and other community causes
'Our community investment isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s core to our co-operative…
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…

