Case studies
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The Globe: making music through crisis thanks to co-operation
Content by Co‑op of the Year
A co-operatively owned and run music venue, The Globe in Newcastle, is testament to the power of co-operation to help communities thrive, even during a pandemic.
1 year ago
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“It gives a lot more power back to the farmer.” – First Milk co‑op
Content by Co-op Fortnight
First Milk is a farmer-owned dairy co-op that produces cheese and dairy ingredients and markets fresh milk through collaborative sourcing and supply chain management.
1 year ago
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Restoring a centuries old business: Warwick Bridge Corn Mill
Content by Booster Fund
The Warwick Bridge Preservation Society in Cumbria issued a community share offer to lease and finish the fitting out of the mill and bakery situated in Warwick Bridge Corn Mill. They reached their…
1 year ago
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The world’s first community-owned distillery: Glenwyvis Distillery
Content by The Hive
The GlenWyvis Distillery is a whisky producing co-op in the Scottish Highlands. It was born of an idea to create sustainable local wealth from a traditional local craft.
4 years ago
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Bouncers are clubbing together in Newcastle
Content by The Hive
Working on the door of a pub or club isn’t easy. Dealing with aggressive confrontation, people fuelled by alcohol. And often, the training and support for door staff is inadequate.
5 years ago