The Co-op Party has the highest representation of women standing in May 2024 elections of any major
party – but there's more to do to ensure our councils are representative of the communities they serve.
From Plymouth to Preston, a new approach can save our struggling high streets.
Without a change of approach, our high streets will continue to decline. This is an unacceptable situation which will damage our social fabric.
The Co-operative Party believe community ownership and community-led regeneration can provide solutions to the challenges high streets face.
Out on the wiley, windy moors: The power of community ownership and how its saved the legacy of the Brontë Sisters.
When the humble terraced house in West Yorkshire where the three famous sisters were born was at risk of closure, its survival was essential.
Thankfully, through the power of community ownership the starting point for many of the world’s greatest stories has now been saved.
How we saved our club’s football ground through community ownership.
The Iron Trust successfully applied for an ACV (Asset of Community Value) on Glanford Park, the home of Scunthorpe United FC in 2021.
Unleashing community ownership: Putting places and people in control.
It is time for a new approach; one that builds from and with communities, not dictates to them.
Unleashing community power.
We are calling on the creation of a new Community Right to Buy – which would give community groups first
right of refusal of listed assets of community value (ACVs) – such as shops, pubs, music venues, and more.
Long Read: The Powerhouse of Perry Common
2024 is a significant year for Witton Lodge Community Association (WLCA) as we celebrate our 30th anniversary, and what a remarkable 30 years it’s been.
How bus franchising is taking shape in Strathclyde
Along with colleagues across the Strathclyde area I am committed to delivering buses that are run in the interests of the people.
Right to Food Bill Progresses in the Scottish Parliament
We did it! Thanks to Scottish Co-operative Party members lobbying their MSPs the Right to Food Bill can now go forward in the Scottish Parliament.