Pride in Place Programme: A co‑operative approach
This FREE toolkit Pride in Place Programme Toolkit is for Neighbourhood Boards receiving funding through the UK government's Pride in Place Programme.
It will help boards explore a co-operative approach to local decision-making, supporting the programme’s aim that plans are shaped by the communities they are designed to benefit., as set out in the Pride in Place Programme prospectus.
Use the toolkit, template terms of reference, case studies and resources below to explore how your Neighbourhood Board can embed co-operative values, strengthen community participation and consider future routes into co-operative or community ownership.
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Pride in Place Programme toolkit: A co-operative approach for Neighbourhood Boards
This Pride in Place Programme toolkit is for neighbourhood boards receiving funding from the UK government's Pride in Place Programme. It will help boards to explore a co-operative approach to ensure that decision-making is shaped by the local…
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Template terms of reference for a co-operative Neighbourhood Board
Download Co-operatives UK’s template terms of reference for a Neighbourhood Board that wants to work co-operatively as part of the Pride in Place programme.
What is a co-operative
Many of us have heard of co-operatives, but do you actually know what one is?
Start a new co-op
This section takes you through the start-up process for setting up a co-op.
Keep track of where you're up to, and look out for sign-posts if you need more support along the way. Finally make sure you use our quick and easy to use registration form…
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5.2 Choosing your legal form
There are many legal forms available to co-operatives in the UK. We outline the main options and what each means for your co-op.
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Governance training for co-operatives
Good governance is essential to every successful co‑operative. Our expert governance training helps directors, chairs, secretaries, boards and governance leads understand their roles, meet legal duties, improve decision‑making and strengthen member…
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The Co-operative Bank: Free everyday community banking*
The Co‑operative Bank offers everyday community banking* to co‑operatives through the Charity and Community Bank Account – an ethical way to bank for free.
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Download the Pride in Place Programme Toolkit
This Pride in Place Programme toolkit is for neighbourhood boards receiving funding from the UK government's Pride in Place Programme. It will help boards to explore a co-operative approach to ensure that decision-making is shaped by the local community.
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What is a co-op?
A co-operative is an organisation that is owned and controlled by its members. Watch our induction video for people who want to understand co-operatives.