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There is innovation within the sector, but change is needed to address the current challenges, says…
UK’s retail co-ops commit to providing career opportunities to all
An industry report includes a look at efforts by the Lincolnshire, Midcounties, Central and Bright Future…
Suma launches online store and builds on Ethical Consumer tie-up
'The co-op movement is right at the cutting edge of today’s ethical market.”'
Bayard Rusin: Co-op links to an unsung civil rights hero
David J Thompson celebrates an activist and co-op resident who is finally receiving recognition for his…
Solidfund partners with workers.coop in a bid to grow the movement
'If we want to achieve real impact we need control of the means of production, that’s…
Financial education across the credit union movement
'One of the defining factors that differentiates us from banks in particular is that we have…
How Coop Exchange wants to revolutionise access to capital
'We wanted to try to create a space where co-ops can compete on a level playing…
How Canadian co-ops are using local communities to raise funding
The model allows a co-op to 'raise the money when it wants it, set the terms…
Newcastle Building Society turns its focus to community and regional development
The society is the first UK organisation to receive Mutual Value Measurement Accreditation, developed in Australia…
Co-op councils visit Italy’s famous co-operative region
Emilia Romagna’s co-operative ecosystem is impressive - but can it be replicated?
