Resources

Hear from three speakers – all either existing freelancers or previously freelancers – who have used the co-op model to benefit their work and security.

Discover co-ops – their purpose and benefits. And find out if your business idea suits the co-op model…

Discover how platform co-ops can put power and profits in the hands of service providers, rather than tech giants.

Hear from our a panel of young people who have been involved in or founded a range of co‑ops. Discover how co‑ops can empower young people and provide opportunities to help them…

The 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…

These rules are suitable for a co-operative that has decided not to incorporate.

Understanding a maturing community shares market is the most comprehensive report ever published on the community shares sector – funded by Power to Change and Community Shares…

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.

Published annually, the Co‑operative Economy Report reveals turnover, membership and employee figures for thousands of co‑op businesses across the UK. 

Co-ops across the world are based on shared values and principles. These colourful posters are a great reminder.

Published in February 2019, this report outlines the conditions necessary for platform co‑operatives to become viable alternatives to Big Tech corporations.

This report, released in 2015, summarises the views of the groups involved in the Energy Mentoring Programme run by Co-operatives UK's Community Shares Unit. It and highlights the…