Members from all parties praised the contribution of the sector to communities and to the economy
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Show filtersScottish Parliament debate highlights need for more housing co-ops
Scotland has just 11 registered housing co-ops, compared to 685 across the UK
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…
NCBA looking to establish a national policy strategy for US co-op sector
The NCBA has already developed a framework for measuring co-op impact
Co-ops mentioned as key actors in Colombia’s national development plan
The law adds that public institutions need to support the sector so it can grow further
Turn empty barracks into housing co-ops for veterans, says MP
Labour/Co-op MP Gareth Thomas is pushing for the MoD to offer more help to homeless ex-military…
Anna Turley voted chair of the Co-op Party
'I look forward to working with co-operators, members, elected representatives, the wider movement and our great…
Gangsters without borders: How do we save the commons from kleptocracy?
In a globalised world where wealth and capital can cross international borders unhindered and often unnoticed,…
Protecting the land: A co-op future for the commons?
Neil McInroy, from the Centre for Local Economic Strategies, says we need to protect public assets…
Controversy as National Guild of Co-operators is wound up after 93 years
Some members are unhappy at the decision, saying they wanted to explore ways to revive the…
BCCM congratulates re-elected coalition federal government
But the sector body says further regulatory changes are required for co-ops and mutuals to be…
Change at the top at the Co-operative Party
Claire McCarthy is leaving in July, while Gareth Thomas will not be standing for re-election as…
