Case studies
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Making Manchester’s The Meteor “bigger, better and more influential”
Content by The Hive
The Meteor is an independent, community‑based media outlet that’s been providing news, features and commentary to the people of Manchester since 2016. In July 2019, it became a co‑op.
2 years ago
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Projekts MCR – a skatepark changing lives in Manchester
Content by The Hive
Projekts MCR is a skatepark based in Manchester city centre. It recently received support from The Hive – the support programme for co-ops delivered by Co‑operatives UK in partnership with The…
3 years ago
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“Work that feels meaningful” – South East London Community Energy co‑op
Content by The Hive
Tea, coffee, cake and energy advice. Over 1,300 operational solar panels. Access to energy saving gizmos, insulation and grants. Put simply, this is how South East London Community Energy (SELCE)…
3 years 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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Neighbouring community-owned energy co-ops benefit from peer mentoring
Content by The Hive
The Hive’s peer mentoring scheme has supported two neighbouring community-owned energy co-ops in South East London.
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.
4 years ago