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Is a co-operative a social enterprise?

What is a co-operative and is it the same as a social enterprise?

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Co-operatives are one, but not the only, form of social enterprise. There are specialist networks on social enterprise and on employee businesses more widely, that may be of help if you are interested in these. Useful contacts are the Social Enterprise Coalition and the Employee Ownership Association. In common with other social enterprises, co operatives are about more than just making a profit and what they do with their profits is different from conventional businesses. Read our ‘What is a co-operative?’ page for more information on what makes an enterprise a co-operative.

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