Georgia Horsfall

It’s been a busy few days for the Co-operative Party at this year’s Labour Party Conference in Liverpool, with our ideas and campaigns being at the heart of some of Labour’s announcements. From expanding community-owned energy to tackling retail crime, here’s a quick round-up of the major campaign wins which members like you made possible. 

This October, we’re proud to celebrate Black History Month. This year’s theme, celebrating our sisters, shines a light on the remarkable contributions of Black women.

Growth in the co-operative and employee-owned sectors are testament to the Welsh Labour & Co-operative Government’s work on developing social businesses.

The Labour vision for community power that we have outlined in the paper published this week will feel like home to many Co-op members and activists. It codifies what we know and have advocated for – for local communities to be heard and heeded in the places where decisions are taken and laws are made.

Addressing the climate crisis is integral to Labour’s thinking nationally but also locally in Preston and across our movement. Moving toward net zero supply chains has become central to our progressive procurement objectives but so has the promotion of democratic ownership to support a just transition.

That’s why I’m delighted that Leigh Building Preservation Trust (LBPT), where I’m the General Manager, has been nominated for an award at this year’s Social Enterprise Awards.

The Pride Movement has blossomed over the last decade with even the more remote parts of the nation hosting their own annual Pride event. Accordingly Pride events provide a “not to be missed” opportunity for Labour and Co-operative to reach out to the public in a relaxed atmosphere.