In the lead up to Fairtrade Fortnight, the Co-operative Group has announced that from May 2017, 100%…
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Show filtersCo-op-inspired energy business aims to take on the Big Six
Two entrepreneurs are launching a customer-owned energy firm to take on the big energy companies. The…
Sri Lanka plans new laws and national policy for co-ops
The government of Sri Lanka is amending its co-operative legislation and looking to implement the country’s first…
Recycling and energy conservation save Midcounties Co-op £1m a year
The Midcounties Co-operative is saving more than £1m a year through sustainability measures. The society, which operates more than 500…
How the Co-op Group is cutting out waste packaging through a ‘circular economy’
The Co-op Group is to share its experience in moving from the “make, use, dispose” model to…
Co-op Group executive takes chair of employee engagement firm
Co-op Group executive Rod Bulmer has taken on the role of chairman of employee engagement company Engage…
Co-op retailers outdo conventional rivals on animal welfare, survey finds
Co-operatives in the food industry often outperform privately listed companies when it comes to animal welfare,…
Chelmsford Star hosts networking and advice night for community groups
Chelmsford Star Co-operative hosted a free evening of networking and presentations for charities and community groups…
Pioneers group helps to train future agricultural leaders
A training programme for young farmers has been launched by the Co-op Group. The Farming Pioneers Group was…
Central England looks for members to join its local councils
The Central England Co-operative is looking for members to join its Membership and Community Councils, which…
700 jobs under threat from Waitrose closures – but more stores opening elsewhere
Nearly 700 jobs are at risk at Waitrose as the grocery chain announced plans to close…
Steve Murrells to succeed Richard Pennycook as Co-op Group CEO
The Co-op Group has announced the appointment of Steve Murrells as its new chief executive. Mr…
