The Year in the UK

As the birthplace of the global co-operative movement, the UK will be at the heart of the International Year. There 13.5 million members in the UK, working in 5,933 co-operatives. What are your plans?

Boasting some of the world's most successful and dynamic co-operative businesses, 2012 will be an exciting year in the UK for all involved!

Throughout the year, co-operative businesses will be running promotions, events and activities, to create a buzz around the inspirational, innovative work that co-operatives are famous for. Look at our Events Calendar for activities in the UK and across the world. 

Co-operatives Fortnight 2012

From Saturday 23 June to 7 July, co-operatives across the UK celebrate the annual campaign, Co-operatives Fortnight. The UK co-operative sector's annual celebration was the peak in the UK's International Year activities. Discover which activities and events took place by clicking here. 

Co-operatives United

The pinnacle of the International Year's events will be Co-operatives United, taking place in Manchester, England. A whole week of celebrations are dedicated to the global co-operative festival; bringing together co-operatives from across the world, through exhilarating exhibitions and games, to brilliant business and campaigning conferences.

Learn more about The Year across the world