22nd October 2020 The Pandemic Shows the True Value of Community Co-operative Shops Sarah Boyack MSP for Lothian
21st October 2020 Using the power of local in the fight against food poverty Emma Hoddinott Assistant General Secretary (Representation & Political Affairs) We do not have to wait for national action: as co-operators, we can start to alleviate child food poverty in our area right now.
16th October 2020 Deaf people aren’t getting the service they need – but a new co-op is here to change that Nicky Evans Signalise Co-op Fighting back against privatisation and embracing the new platform co-operative movement, Signalise will unite Deaf people and BSL interpreters to co-run local interpreting services.
30th September 2020 Improving housing could be the hidden key to improving education Frank Norris MBE Co-op Adviser on Education and Schools We need to make clear that for some, improving education is only one aspect that supports a child’s learning.
28th September 2020 Sunderland City Council Joins the Community Wealth Fund Alliance Cllr Paul Stewart Deputy Leader of Sunderland City Council and Labour & Co-operative Councillor for Redhill Ward The Community Wealth Fund is a major opportunity for local authorities who strive for positive, resident-led change in their communities.
26th September 2020 Bill to Protect Retail Workers – Passes First Crucial Stage in Scottish Parliament Daniel Johnson MSP for Edinburgh Southern
21st September 2020 While the Government stalls, co-ops take a step towards food justice with Healthy Start Emma Hoddinott Assistant General Secretary (Representation & Political Affairs) Co-ops have long led the way on Food Justice, and we can only hope that where East of England Co-op have led, the Government will follow.
18th September 2020 Success for Retail Workers Campaign as Scottish Government support Daniel Johnson’s Bill Richard McCready Political Officer (Scotland)