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European co-ops invest in vertical farming as climate change hits salad crops

The retailer says cultivation in a controlled indoor environment will ensure steady supplies as extreme weather…

Co-op Group appoints new independent non-executive directors

Moni Mannings takes over from Sir Christopher Kelly and Luke Jensen succeeds Stevie Spring

Coop Sweden takes steps to deal with ransomware cyberattack

The attack by the online Cactus gang hit card payments in Värmland county

End of year Q&A: Ali Kurji, CEO, Heart of England Co-op

'We have been trading for 190 years and have always overcome even the most daunting economic…

End of year Q&A: Shirine Khoury-Haq, CEO, Co-op Group

'While it’s been a challenging year, it’s been a hugely rewarding one. I’ve been incredibly proud…

Co-op News Christmas gift guide

A selection of ethical gifts

Co-op Group joins gift card scheme to support spending in Scottish communities

The Scotland Loves Local Gift Card can be used at the more than 300 stores operated…

Midcounties elects Heather Richardson as new co-op president

Vivian Woodell and Irene Kirkman have been elected as vice-presidents

The co-operative difference of the Group’s member-nominated directors

Two of the Group's four MND seats are up for election in 2024

Independent co-op grocery opens doors in Lisburn, NI

Sonas has made a commitment to sustainability, including refillable and packaging-free products to eliminate plastic waste

Retail co-ops and the tricky world of ethical consumption

Interview with Rob Harrison, director of Ethical Consumer

Co-ops, consumers and the ethical tug of war

Tensions between cost and ethics can give co-ops the chance to show their difference – but…