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'Co-operatives: Owned by our Members' film launched to increase understanding of co‑operatives
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A new short film has been launched by Co‑operatives UK, showcasing the values, diversity and impact of co‑operatives across the UK. Designed for inductions, websites, social media and more, this video…
15th October 2025
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Record-breaking year for co-operatives and mutuals: From resilient start-ups and thriving community pubs to fairer workplaces and women in leadership
The 2025 Co-operative and Mutual Economy Report shows the power of our movement. Together, co‑operatives and mutuals now generate record income of £179.2bn, serve 65.7 million memberships and employ…
23rd September 2025
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Co-op Group launches new petition calling on UK government to dedicate more international development funding to co-operatives
Today, on the United Nations’ International Day of Peace, Co-op Group is calling on its members and other co-operatives to back a new petition as part of its Hate divides communities. Co-operation…
21st September 2025
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Co-operatives UK calls on Scottish government to strengthen co-operative housing sector in upcoming Housing Bill
The UK apex body for co-operatives is urging its Scottish members to contact their MSPs ahead of the Scottish Parliament’s final vote on the Housing Bill on Tuesday 23 September.
18th September 2025
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New support launched to kick-start co-operatives in Islington
People in Islington with ambitions to start or grow a co‑operative can now access free support thanks to a new partnership between Co‑operatives UK and Islington Council.
10th September 2025
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ABCUL and Co-operatives UK launch dual membership offer to strengthen credit union support
New dual membership offers gives ABCUL's members access to Co-operative UK’s tailored services, expertise and a wide range of benefits.
15th August 2025
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Reimagining apprenticeships: 'Halls for apprentices' could be the game‑changer Gen Z needs
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A ground-breaking new study by Co-operatives UK, funded by The Co-operative Bank, reveals that the lack of dedicated accommodation is a major barrier preventing young people from choosing…
14th August 2025
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Applications now open for Co-operatives UK's Youth Advisory Group
Anyone aged 16-30 can apply to join the group that gives young people a voice in shaping the future of co-operation and creating a fairer society for everyone.
4th August 2025
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Suma doubles down on climate action in new sustainability impact report
UK’s largest equal-pay worker co-operative cuts emissions, rewrites buying policy and reinforces its Net Zero ambition, as outlined in its new sustainability report.
31st July 2025
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Meet the newest members of the Co-operative Governance Expert Reference Panel
The Co-operative Governance Expert Reference Panel is one of the member groups that Co-operatives UK facilitates. Recently it welcome two new members: Panellist Dr Paul A Jones and Panel Observer Mya…
10th July 2025
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Co-operative values at heart of Middleton regeneration as Steve Coogan and Rose Marley lead Mayoral Development Corporation
A new Mayoral Development Corporation has been announced to drive regeneration in Middleton, Chaired by actor Steve Coogan and Co-operatives UK CEO Rose Marley. The initiative will use co-operative…
10th July 2025
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Chelmsford Star proposes Central Co-op transfer in significant move for UK retail co-operation
Chelmsford Star Co-operative has announced plans to join forces with Central Co-op through a proposed transfer that would create a society with a turnover exceeding £1 billion. If approved by members,…
24th June 2025
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Co-op Group acts on member concerns with new ethical sourcing policy rooted in human rights
Co-op Group has announced it will phase out sourcing from countries with community-wide human rights abuses and violations of international law. The new policy - shaped by member engagement and…
24th June 2025
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Tenant-led housing co-operative sets UK-wide benchmark for excellence
West Granton Housing Co-operative has been recognised for its outstanding commitment to continuous improvement and ethical leadership. It is the first co-operative in the UK – and the first…
23rd June 2025
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Co-operatives welcomed at Downing Street as government reaffirms pledge to double the sector
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Co-operatives UK CEO Rose Marley joined co-operative and mutual leaders at a reception in 10 Downing Street on 9 June, where senior government ministers reaffirmed the government's manifesto…
9th June 2025
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Building Stronger Social Clubs: New webinar series
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Co-operatives UK has joined forces with the Centre for Democratic Business to deliver free webinars to support social clubs that are co-operatives or community benefit societies.
11th May 2025