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Code of Conduct Template
Related topic: Governance | Resource type: Template policy / documentMember content
Download and amend this free template Code of Conduct policy for your co-operative.
Co-operatives UK Board elections
Related topic: Co-operatives UK | Resource type: Leaflet / GuideOn this page you'll find a range of useful resources for prospective Board members ahead of the 2024 elections.
Conflict of interest policy – template
Related topic: Governance | Resource type: Template policy / documentDownload and amend this free template conflict of interest policy.
Recruitment pack – Project Coordinator for the West Midlands Ownership Hub
Related topic: Co-operatives UK | Resource type: Application guidanceRecruitment pack and job advert for the role of Project Coordinator for the West Midlands Ownership Hub
Worker co-op code
Related topic: Governance | Resource type: Template policy / documentThe Worker Co-op Code sets out anyone should expect and work together to achieve, as a member of a worker co-operative.
Shariah Compliant Community Shares Guidance
Related topic: Community shares | Resource type: Leaflet / GuideContent by Community Shares
Elections – canvassing Code of Conduct
Related topic: Governance | Resource type: Template policy / documentGuidance for co-operatives to ensure elections are fair for all candidates and the members of a co-operative.
Why is risk management important?
Related topic: GovernanceIntroduction
Effective risk management provides an early warning system for organisations in an uncertain environment. There are many benefits of effective risk management,…
Whistleblowing, safeguarding and complaints policies
Related topic: Co-operatives UK | Resource type: Template policy / documentCo-operatives UK is committed to the highest standards of openness and accountability. Our Whistleblowing, Safeguarding and Complaints policies explain the process we follow and…
Sociocracy in co-operative organisations – editable templates
Related topic: Governance | Resource type: Template policy / documentAs part of the Sociocracy in co‑operative organisations resource, you can access these editable templates.
The Essential Society Secretary
Related topic: GovernanceMember content
Introduction
For societies registered under the Co-operative and Community Benefit Societies Act 2014.
Every society must have a secretary who is the main person responsible in…
Naming your co-op
Related topic: Governance | Resource type: Leaflet / GuideWhat's in a name? There are legal requirements for choosing and using the name of your co-operative. Read our in depth guides.
Co-op welcome pack
Related topic: Membership | Resource type: Leaflet / GuideSo it's your first day at a co-op and there's so much to learn. But what even is a co-op?
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…
Annual general meetings (AGM) guide – in-depth
Related topic: Covid-19 | Resource type: Leaflet / GuideMember content
This is a more in-depth guide into preparing and staging a successful AGM.
Co-operative Corporate Governance Code
Related topic: Governance | Resource type: Leaflet / GuideThis code is a tool to help chart what good practice can look like. It focuses on best practice around democracy and quality of leadership that emerges through good governance.