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The race to net zero: The role of co-ops in driving climate action post-COP26
Related topic: Climate action | Resource type: ReportAhead of the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow, Co-operatives UK commissioned research into the climate activity of co-ops in the UK and what support was needed.
Co-op Economy Report 2021
Related topic: What is a co-op? | Resource type: ReportThe Co-op Economy Report 2021 reveals that co-op businesses are more resilient to the economic devastation caused by Covid prompting a call for more government investment led by…
Hosting an online AGM (video)
Related topic: Covid-19 | Resource type: WebinarMember content
This webinar addresses the likelihood that the majority of AGM's will take place either online or as a hybrid event in 2021.
Webinar: Creating a more diverse and inclusive culture for your co-op
Related topic: Governance | Resource type: WebinarMember content
Re-cap of Jenny Holgrove's session on creating a more diverse and inclusive culture for your co-op. This recording is intended only for members of Co-operatives UK or non-members…
Environmental impacts – getting started
Related topic: Climate action | Resource type: ToolkitIf your organisation has never formally thought about the environmental impacts you might have, then this tool will help you understand what you need to consider.
Could you be doing more to deal with environmental issues?
Related topic: Climate action | Resource type: ToolkitThis tool will help you think about your organisation’s progress on tackling environmental issues and possible next steps. The purpose of this is to challenge you not to judge your…
Governance wheel
Related topic: Governance | Resource type: GraphicsThe governance wheel depicts the key areas of governance that should be in place within a thriving co-operative business.
Webinar – What Is A Co-op?
Related topic: What is a co-op? | Resource type: WebinarContent by Co-op Connections
Co-ops are found in all sectors of the economy – from high street retailers to community-owned pubs and from fan-owned football clubs to farmer-controlled businesses.
Model governing documents
Related topic: Governance | Resource type: Template policy / documentWhen registering a new co‑op you need governing documents. These are different depending on the legal form your co-op takes. We have a range of model rules available which you can…
More Than a Shop podcast transcripts
Related topic: What is a co-op? | Resource type: PodcastContent by More than a Shop
Presented by BBC broadcaster Elizabeth Alker, More Than a Shop welcomes guests with something new and radical to say about the big issues of our day and doing business the right…
More Than a Shop episode 9: Let’s build something better together
Related topic: What is a co-op? | Resource type: PodcastContent by More than a Shop
During the Covid-19 pandemic, we’ve seen some inspirational stories of co‑operation. For Co-op Fortnight 2020, we collected just a few of those inspiring stories from co‑operatives…
More Than a Shop episode 8: Speaking up for our planet
Related topic: What is a co-op? | Resource type: PodcastContent by More than a Shop
Speaking up for our planet: turning talk into action explores climate change and climate justice.
WEBINAR: Health and safety on the shopfloor, now and post-lockdown [15 June]
Related topic: Covid-19 | Resource type: WebinarHealth and safety managers from three large retail co-operatives share their expert health and safety knowledge in this hour-long webinar on dealing with COVID-19 on retail…
The Co-op Economy: Previous reports
Related topic: Research | Resource type: ReportPublished annually, the Co‑operative Economy Report reveals turnover, membership and employee figures for thousands of co‑op businesses across the UK.
Co-op values and principles posters
Related topic: Membership | Resource type: PosterCo-ops across the world are based on shared values and principles. These colourful posters are a great reminder.
More Than a Shop episode 7: The future of the UK’s high streets
Related topic: What is a co-op? | Resource type: PodcastContent by More than a Shop
This More Than a Shop podcast explores the changing landscape of UK high streets.