What is in it for co-operators? Posted on 14th January 2020 by Joe Fortune Today we have written to all the Labour Leadership and Deputy Leadership contenders with a simple question: ‘why should co-operators give you their support?’ We look forward to being able to share their answers to our members and supporters.
“It’s my first day. Make it yours.” Posted on 5th August 2019 (8th August 2019) by Joe Fortune On his first day as General Secretary, Joe Fortune outlines why he believes the Co-operative Party can be the positive political force that is desperately needed.
Government plans to strengthen the Social Value Act Posted on 25th June 2018 (25th June 2018) by Joe Fortune The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster speaks to the ‘Reform’ think tank about re-building trust in public procurement post-Carillion.
Q&A Anneliese Dodds MP Posted on 31st October 2017 (1st November 2017) by Joe Fortune As an MEP, Anneliese Dodds championed causes including Tax Justice and Fairtrade. Now, as Labour & Co-operative MP for Oxford East, she’s taking the fight to Westminster. Joe Fortune caught up with her to hear more about her plans.
Transport’s unsung heroes could be taken off the road by red tape Posted on 4th August 2017 (4th August 2017) by Joe Fortune Tens of thousands of vulnerable people rely on the unsung heroes of community transport. But changes in regulation could take them off the road for good.
1.7million people don’t have access to banking. How do we ensure financial services aren’t just for the rich? Posted on 28th March 2017 (28th March 2017) by Joe Fortune A recent report from the House of Lords sets out some of the steps the Government can take to tackle the growing problem of Financial Exclusion
It’s time to give passengers legal powers to stand up to big bus companies Posted on 28th July 2016 (28th July 2016) by Joe Fortune Bus routes can be just as much the lifeblood of communities as pubs, post offices and playing fields – so why shouldn’t local people have the same powers to protect them?
The People vs. the Railway Establishment Posted on 24th February 2016 (24th February 2016) by Joe Fortune Rail passengers aren’t consumers who can choose one brand of train or station over another. Far from it – we’re fish in a barrel waiting to be shot at.
Lack of commitment from Government on Energy Bill Posted on 11th June 2013 (23rd December 2013) by Joe Fortune Energy Bill fails to provide much-needed support for co-operative and community energy schemes