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John Dawson, Co‑operatives UK’s Head of Market Development, looks back on the Booster Fund successes of 2025 and announces new backing to help cover the core running costs of the Community Shares…

After graduating from university, Hannah Ward never expected to start an apprenticeship, but becoming Co-operatives UK’s first Content Creator Apprentice gave her a paid, practical route into…

Co‑operatives UK’s Youth Advisory Group members Victor Agbontean and Ivan Brosnan took part in the very first General Assembly of the Young European Co‑operators Network (YECN) in Porto, Portugal on…

From global recognition to breakthroughs in policy, youth leadership and community ownership, we have shown what is possible when people come together with purpose. This blog, from Co-operatives UK…

Cyber security can feel overwhelming, especially when it’s not your day job. But protecting your organisation from digital threats is more important than ever. Read this blog from Longwall Security.

A recent court case found that an informal WhatsApp exchange created a binding contract between two parties. Read on for details of the facts of the case – and tips for safeguarding against risk when…

From November 2025, any Director or Person of Significant Control (PSC) of a UK company will need to verify their identity with Companies House. Rhys Evans, Co-operative UK’s Governance Advisor,…

Businesses in all sectors are coming under increasing scrutiny to ensure that they are complying with the often complex National Minimum Wage provisions. Co‑operatives UK’s Stephen Jones explains why…

Co-operatives UK's Community Shares Unit is pleased to announce the release of a Standard Mark assessment framework for co-operatives.

Earlier in June we held a roundtable at Holyoake House to look at the future needs of the community shares market.

This guest blog from Anthony Collins Solicitors outlines practical steps for co-operatives to manage supplier risk, build resilient contracts, and respond effectively to supplier financial distress.

In this guest blog from Mi-Voice, we explore why technology alone won’t drive participation – and how meaning, relevance, and strategy remain essential.

At Greenwich Leisure (GLL), they aren't just running leisure centres – they're helping communities thrive. In our latest guest blog, Alison Westworth - one of our speakers at Co-op Congress on 5 July…

In this blog from Co-operatives UK’s Youth Ambassador Louis Burnay, he discovers how young people in London are forging networks rooted in co‑operation, mutual support and a shared passion for…

With co-operatives and mutuals stepping through the door of 10 Downing Street for a landmark reception, momentum is building for real change. In this blog, Co-operatives UK CEO Rose Marley shares what…

On 11 June (2025) the Chancellor will present the conclusion of her Spending Review, setting budgets for Whitehall departments and devolved and regional government for the next three to four years.