Resources

This document invites institutions to join Co‑operatives UK and our partnership of anchor institutional investors, to grow the thriving community shares market via investment in…

A quick guide to the Practitioners Forum 2020 sessions. 

An initial report from Amanah Advisors on the potential for community share offers to be recognised as Shariah compliant. 

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

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

Co-operatives UK's board is made up of representatives from our members. 

If your co-op has the Co-operatives UK Contact Package, you'll need to read our Fair Usage Policy

Spread the word about co-ops in your workplace or community, using our What is a Co-op slides  

Incredibly, some 3,000 people, from across the Scottish Highlands and beyond, raised an incredible £2.6 million which enabled the planning and development of GlenWyivs distillery –…

Bristol Wood Recycling Project collects tonnes of good quality timber from construction yards and other businesses around the city that would otherwise be wasted.

"Not through competition but co-operation of each, the people's strength." Our Co-operate video is inspired by co-ops across the UK. 

The Community Shares Unit is working with Big Society Capital (BSC) to direct co‑operative and community enterprises towards a range of SITR support resources.

Investing in community shares is a simple, direct and engaging way of supporting businesses that serve your community.

So what exactly is a co-op?  Watch our short animation and share with your friends!