Resources

We're calling on our Scottish members to convince Scottish government to implement the recommendations of an independent review published which outlines ambitious recommendations for unlocking the…

Even though millions of people in the UK are members of a co-operative, awareness of understanding of co-operatives and the benefits they bring to people, communities and the UK economy is low. Access…

This framework is used to assess open offers for the Community Shares Standard Mark.

To create the conditions for co-operative and mutual growth, the sector and government will need to work together to unlock options for these businesses to raise more capital from communities, members…

This framework is used to assess time-bound offers for the Community Shares Standard Mark.

This webinar provides a detailed overview of the Community Shares Finance Guide.

So it's your first day at a co-op and there's so much to learn. But what even is a co-op?

Read our handy guide, which explains in simple terms what a co‑op is (and why they're so great).

Read a letter from the CEOs of the UK's largest co-operative businesses and leading sector bodies to new Prime Minister Keir Starmer, offering support in the delivery of his government's manifesto and…

The Government has consulted on what the eligibility criteria of the proposed UK ISA. Co-operatives UK have submitted our views to Government, which include that corporate bonds issued by co-operative…

Ahead of Co-op Congress, Co‑operatives UK is inviting members to consult on policy priorities as we look ahead to the next general election and beyond.

We set out how – with the right policies in place – co‑operatives will deliver a more inclusive, responsible, wellbeing-enhancing economy.

The Law Commission is reviewing co-operative and community benefit society law, including share capital.