17.5% of UK public procurement contracts – with a combined value of £37.5bn – were won by businesses with connections to a tax haven. This means that not only is less money available for the vital public services we all rely on, but that the smaller, local businesses in our borough/ city can’t compete because it’s not a level playing field.

As Co-operative Councillors, we believe in a tax system that is fair, and ensures that business pays the right tax at the right time.

The Fair Tax Mark is an accreditation given to businesses that have good tax practices, and it is no surprise that many co-operatives and the Co-op Party are already signed up.

Councils can also sign up to the Fair Tax Mark, and encourage others to do the same.