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Making a difference: Social care from Australia’s Co-operative Life

'We are really trying to push employee engagement, being involved in decision making, sharing information, financials,…

Co-operative Gig will introduce local bands to Rochdale residents

'We feel that co-operation can be a great tool for getting things done in the world…

Co-operative of the Year winners announced

The winners were announced at Congress in London on Saturday 23 June

Co-op Foundation key partner in government £20m scheme to tackle loneliness

'We will learn more about what works in tackling some of the root causes of long-term…

Heart of England Co-operative to sell Nuneaton head office

The society said the decision had been made with “reluctance” but it “had no choice but…

Community-owned launderette in Liverpool named in honour of local activist

'The launderette will provide affordable, environmental and essential services to the community while being the self-sustaining…

Southern Co-operative hosts charity football tournament for local hospice

The retailer raised more than £3,800 for charity partner Naomi House and Jacksplace

Australia’s BCCM joins project to develop new platform co-op technology

The Platform Co-Op Development Kit will allow aspiring co-operative workers to access software template and best…

Central England to hand unsold food over to local charities

The society says the measure will cut waste by 40% and provide more than a million…

‘One in four’ community organisations fear for their survival

A report by the Co-op Group says community organisations are under pressure from rising demand and…

Community-owned sports academy aims to change lives in Northern Ireland

Ballymacash Sports Academy wants to serve all sections of the community

Greenwood Housing Co-op is looking for investors

'Common ownership is important when it comes to taking housing out of the private sector, avoiding…