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Template terms of reference for a co-operative Neighbourhood Board
Download Co-operatives UK’s template terms of reference for a Neighbourhood Board that wants to work co-operatively as part of the Pride in Place programme.
Report: Boosting Community Ownership – 10 years of the Community Shares Booster Fund
Content by Booster Fund
This report reflects on a decade of the Community Shares Booster Fund: the original ambitions, what has been achieved along the way and recommendations for future investments in supporting the…
Community shares
Graphics to support release of Boosting Community Ownership: 10 years of the Community Shares Booster Fund
Graphics and images for use in promoting the publication of Boosting Community Ownership: 10 years of the Community Shares Booster Fund.
Letter to the Prime Minister: Co-operatives and good growth
Read and download the letter from Co‑operatives UK and leaders from across the co‑operative movement, setting out how co‑operatives can help deliver the government's programme for good growth, secure…
Co-op development
Write to your MP about growing the co-operative economy
Help make the case for co-operatives in Parliament. Download our template letter, personalise it with details about your co-operative, and send it to your MP.
Co-op development
Toolkit
Pride in Place Programme toolkit: A co-operative approach for Neighbourhood Boards
Content by Pride in Place Programme Toolkit
This Pride in Place Programme toolkit is for neighbourhood boards receiving funding from the UK government's Pride in Place Programme. It will help boards to explore a co-operative approach to ensure…
Co-op development
Research
Enabling local co-operative growth: A report for local and regional governments
A new report published by Co-operatives UK outlines the key roles that local governments – strategic authorities, city regions and councils – can play in the UK government’s commitment to double the…
Co-op development
Co‑op Fortnight 2026 graphics
Content by Co-op Fortnight
Download Co-op Fortnight graphics – including ‘empty belly’ graphics to create your own – to celebrate co-operation that changes the world!
Marketing & communications
Guide: Getting started with AI in your co‑operative
A one-page guide from Jeff Bennison of Wriben Consultancy Services to help you use AI tools confidently, safely and effectively.
IT & Technology
Co-operatives UK AGM resources
The AGM is a fantastic opportunity for our members to ask the questions that matter to your co-operative. It’s an opportunity to help shape our future and vote on resolutions.
Co-operatives UK
Report
Annual reports
Read and download Co-operatives UK's latest annual report and financial statements.
Co-operatives UK
Report
Social Care Co‑operatives in the UK
Social Care Co-operatives in the UK is a report commissioned by Co-operatives UK and Cwmpas and produced by the Centre for Care, the Centre for Adult Social Care Research (CARE), and supported by…
Co-op development
Using the Community Shares Standard Mark to strengthen a community share offer
Content by Community Shares
A resource outlining the benefits of using the Community Shares Standard Mark to develop high-quality share offers that attract investment, promote sustainable growth, and align with their community…
Community shares
Help us promote Co-op Congress
Content by Co-op Congress
Co-op Congress brings together those working to build a fairer economy to share ideas, get inspiration and take action. This year's event boasts a packed programme with dynamic speakers covering the…
Policy briefing
Public consultation on the BBC: Our response
In response to the government’s BBC Green Paper consultation, our paper proposes that the broadcaster should remain a charter corporation but adopt mutual features that make it more independent from…
Policy campaigns
Employment Rights Act: What co-operatives need to know
This practical guide breaks down the Employment Rights Act 2025, highlighting what’s changing, when, and what it means for your co-operative or community business. Explore key updates and take simple…
HR & Culture