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Show filtersCan co-op values play a bigger role in meeting the challenges faced by local authorities?
Co-operatives have a key role to play in building a new local economy – for instance…
Bangladesh prime minister calls for strengthening the co-op movement
The prime minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina Wazed, highlighted the contribution of co-operatives to the country’s…
Northern Ireland co-ops engage with Assembly Members
Over 30 organisations from across Northern Ireland met Assembly members at a Stormont event to promote the co-operative…
Devolution can only work by empowering local communities, argues new report
The government’s devolution agenda must go beyond transferring power to local councils by empowering local communities,…
Our view: How co-operatives can take advantage of the Trump presidency
Citizens of the world have hit back at the political elite in quick succession this year.…
What will Donald Trump do for co-operatives?
Now that America has chosen its 45th president, co-operatives will be wondering what Donald Trump can do…
What did Obama do for co-operatives in the White House?
Throughout his two terms as President of the United States, Barack Obama carried out a number of…
Co-operatives and mutuals are on the Welsh government’s agenda
The Welsh government has published its programme for government, which is focused on driving improvement to…
Can co-operatives empower women?
Gender equality is a key factor in socioeconomic and geopolitical growth, delegates at the International Summit of Cooperatives…
Is it time for a co-operative water supply?
Water regulator OFWAT has backed plans to bring competition to the residential retail water market –…
Time for charities to consider a new governance model?
Speaking at the Charity Finance Group’s large charities conference in London on 30 September, the treasurer of…

