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Case studies
Below is a list of case studies of some of the many co-operatives that make up the UK co-operative sector. To find out more about them, click the link to read the full case study.
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In 2006, Amanda Galbraith came across a boarded-up shop in Allendale, Northumberland. Jewellery-maker Ms Galbraith had noticed how other artists would travel for miles to attend arts exhibitions and to display their work in galleries. Read More »
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Anglia Farmers was formed in January 2003 as a result of the merger of two long established Norfolk based buying groups. Read More »
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The Benenden Healthcare Group consists of a number of organisations which share the philosophy and ethos of providing first class health and wellbeing support to their members or patients. Read More »
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The Blockley community, Gloucestershire, like over 230 others, decided to form a co-operative, and opened a shop and café in the centre of the village, when they learned that their last remaining shop and post office was about to close. Read More »
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Busy Bee Toyshop is the first co-operative toyshop in the UK run by the local community. Located in Chorlton, South Manchester, it was set up in 2009 and has suucessfully launched an online shop. Read More »
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Co-cars is offering you the chance to support the organisations growth and receive a return on your investment. Additionally, you’ll be supporting a social enterprise that has a range of sustainable benefits. Read More »
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Co-coaches are a business run by women; specialises in coaching individuals groups, teams and businesses to thrive through cooperation, based in the North West of England, founded in 2012. Read More »
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Co-operative Energy is the only energy supplier in the UK owned by the customers, who all have a share in the profits. The National energy supplier is part of Midcounties Co-operative and supplies to homes and businesses across England, Scotland and Wales. Read More »
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Motor, pensions, investments, unit trust and ISAs, rest assured, The Co-operative Insurance has it covered Read More »
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Software developers provide bespoke software and service solutions Read More »