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Co-op Group plans to treble the number of its academy schools

The multi-million pound scheme will take the number of Co-op Academies from 12 to 40 in…

Co-op Group back in the black

Group announces 2017 profits of £72m – and new 'Stronger Co-op, Stronger Communities' plan

Co-op Group enhances probate provision

The Group is acquiring Simplify Probate, the UK's second largest probate provider

Book review: A Californian co-op story

David J Thompson’s book looks at the culture that gave rise to a wave of consumer…

Education case study: Member engagement at Central England Co-operative

How the society is offering educational opportunities to its 330,000 members

Education case study: The East of England Co-operative

Initiatives range from moves to drive a culture change on training to an animated talking peach,…

Co-op Group to switch to 50% recycled plastic for its bottled water

It is the first retailer to run this initiative, which it estimates can save almost 350…

Radstock Co-op recognised as an Investor in People

The Somerset-based co-op has been awarded silver accreditation against the Investors in People Standard

Chelmsford Star Co-op makes national awards shortlist

The society has been nominated for the Community Impact category of the Business Charity awards

Lincolnshire Co-op raised more than £150k for groups helping older people

Money from the carrier bag levy and Community Champions scheme will help 63 organisations in its…

Interview: Nick Thompson, new CEO of the Phone Co-op

He discusses the co-op’s growth strategy and his priorities for the business

Central England Co-op gets top marks for corporate social responsibility

The society's focus on community, environment, marketplace and workplace was recognised by Business in the Community