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What will the digital revolution mean for co-operative businesses and their members?

From online accounting to live video streaming, digital technologies are transforming the way we do business.…

Co-op Group’s anti-slavery scheme goes to heart of what we do, says policy director Paul Gerrard

The Group is also working to keep slavery out of its supply chain

What will Brexit mean for co-op retailers in the UK?

Co-operative retailers have several reasons to be concerned about Brexit, according to James Walton, chief economist at…

Co-op Bank reports £477m loss and warns of more branch closures

The Co-operative Bank has reported an annual loss of £477m. This is lower than the £610.6m…

Can buying groups help consumer co-ops address market challenges?

With competition from discounters, online retailers and potential trade tariffs post Brexit, co-op retailers are exploring…

What have co-ops been doing on International Women’s Day?

The International Co-operative Alliance has published a statement highlighting how “the world of labour is a…

International Women’s Day 2017

This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is “Be Bold For Change” – but how is…

Co-op Group installs innovative fuel safety device in HGV fleet

The Co-op Group is fitting its HGV fleet with a cutting-edge security device to prevent siphoning,…

Channel Islands co-op offers shopping trolleys for children with special needs

The Channel Islands Co-operative has ordered trolleys with seats big enough for to carry older children…

Meet… Amelia Cargo, Co-op communicator and LGBT leader

Amelia Cargo works for the Co-operative Group as communications officer in the New Stores team based…

Co-op Group offers paid work and a new life to victims of modern slave trade

The Co-op Group has announced a scheme to help integrate victims of the modern slave trade back into communities by giving…

Why did the New Internationalist change its legal structure?

Staff at the New Internationalist are getting ready to celebrate their 500th edition, almost a year after they decided to…