BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Co-operative Party - ECPv6.11.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Co-operative Party X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://party.coop X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Co-operative Party REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T190000 DTSTAMP:20260702T143006 CREATED:20260625T110744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T164259Z UID:74522-1783015200-1783018800@party.coop SUMMARY:Co-op Conversations North West: NW Mutual community bank with Cllr Matthew Brown DESCRIPTION:You are invited to hear from and join in conversation with the Leader of Preston Council\, Labour and Co-operative’s Cllr Matthew Brown\, as we delve into the work to create the North West Mutual community bank. \nMatthew and a team of volunteers\, fellow councillors and officers have been working to build North West Mutual in recent years\, with council support one key aspect. \nJoining Matthew on the call will be James Moore\, founder of the Community Savings Bank Association. James has over 25 years boardroom experience in international business in manufacturing\, household goods retailing and financial services in the UK\, Ireland\, China\, Europe and Africa having served on the boards of both private and public companies. \nNorth West Mutual will be owned by its members\, following in the tradition of the mutual sector that has served its communities for over two centuries. \nNorth West Mutual Ltd is a registered Co-operative Society\, working to co-operative values and principles. \nIts aims include: \n\n60 physical bank branches across the North West\nExtended opening hours including after 6pm to facilitate needs of its members and modern society\n95% of the North West population will live within a 30 minute drive of a branch\nProviding cash facilities to small businesses\nProvision of current accounts\, online banking\, mortgages\, loans\, debit cards and savings facilities\n\nWould you like to hear me\, support\, or give your thoughts? \nYou can check out this one minute explainer video to further understand the project before attending: https://nwmutual.co.uk/sharing \nWe look forward to seeing you. URL:https://party.coop/event/co-op-conversations-north-west-nw-mutual-community-bank-with-cllr-matthew-brown/ CATEGORIES:Co-operation Live ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://party.coop/wp-content/blogs.dir/5/files/2026/04/Co-op-conversations-v2-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Gareth Dowling":MAILTO:g.dowling@party.coop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T200000 DTSTAMP:20260702T143006 CREATED:20260610T132633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T220138Z UID:74402-1783018800-1783022400@party.coop SUMMARY:Policy Consultation 2026: Women's Network DESCRIPTION:Policy Consultation 2026\nCo-operative Party Women’s Network\nThursday\, 2 July at 7pm on Zoom\nAll women members are invited to join us as to contribute to the Party’s annual Policy Consultation process. \nJoin the Party Equalities Officer and the Network committee to share your views as part of Policy Process 2026. \nThis year\, our policy consultation will focus on two important areas: international development and co-operation\, and local government. URL:https://party.coop/event/policyconsult2026-women LOCATION:Online only CATEGORIES:Network Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://party.coop/wp-content/blogs.dir/5/files/2026/06/co-operative-party-equalities-networks-logo-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Co-op Party Events":MAILTO:events@party.coop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T123000 DTSTAMP:20260702T143006 CREATED:20260401T135739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T103359Z UID:73940-1783162800-1783168200@party.coop SUMMARY:Yorks&Humber Co-operative Party regional event DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom on Saturday 4 July for a Yorks and Humber regional event — bringing members together to share ideas\, experiences and real stories from our communities across our region \nA recent member survey highlighted a clear desire for more local activity — and this event has been designed with that in mind. We’re building a programme that reflects what matters most to our members in Yorkshire and Humberside. This is your opportunity to help shape the conversation and ensure the priorities of your community are heard. \nProgramme highlights: \n\nWe kick off the day with an energising welcome from Fraser Welsh\, our new Assistant General Secretary\, who’ll set the tone for collaboration\, community pride and shared purpose.\nThe Co-operative Party in Government: Since the 2024 General Election\, the Co-operative Party has been working across Government to deliver on its ambitious commitments to co-operatives and mutuals. Sally Jameson MP will give an update on the progress made so far and the opportunities ahead as we continue to champion co-operative solutions across Government departments.\nCommunity Britain in action: we share powerful stories exploring the Community Britain campaign\, highlighting how co-operative values are making a real difference across the UK by bringing people together to create stronger\, more connected communities. With: Dave Berry – Sheffield Renewables\, Claude Hendrikson – Frontline Self Build People and Powered homes Leeds and Land trust Ambassador and John Grogan – campaign to stop Yorkshire CCC demutualising\nCommunity Britain in Local Government: Councillors are playing a pivotal role working with community groups to identify\, purchase and operate community businesses which serve the needs of local residents. We share real-life stories and experiences from power or opposition – and the challenges and solutions faced.\n\nFind out more & get involved! Community Britain: Making it happen – with practical action  \n\nCommunity Right to Buy: Making it happen\nLearn how communities can use the new law giving the right of first refusal to buy local assets when they come up for sale — and how we can make it work in practice.\nPolicy Consultation 2026\nHelp shape future policy on Local Government and International Development. Your voice will help guide the next wave of co-operative priorities. URL:https://party.coop/event/yorkshumber2026 LOCATION:Online only ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://party.coop/wp-content/blogs.dir/5/files/2026/01/CoopPartyThumb.png ORGANIZER;CN="Co-op Party Events":MAILTO:events@party.coop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260707T190000 DTSTAMP:20260702T143006 CREATED:20260610T133331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T215839Z UID:74406-1783447200-1783450800@party.coop SUMMARY:Policy Consultation 2026: LGBTQ+ Co-operators DESCRIPTION:Policy Consultation 2026\nLGBTQ+ Co-operators\nTuesday\, 7 July at 6pm on Zoom\nAll LGBTQ+ members are invited to join us as to contribute to the Party’s annual Policy Consultation process. \nJoin the Party Equalities Officer and the Network committee to share your views as part of Policy Process 2026. \nThis year\, our policy consultation will focus on two important areas: international development and co-operation\, and local government. URL:https://party.coop/event/policyconsult2026-lgbtq LOCATION:Online only CATEGORIES:Network Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://party.coop/wp-content/blogs.dir/5/files/2026/06/co-operative-party-equalities-networks-logo-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Co-op Party Events":MAILTO:events@party.coop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T190000 DTSTAMP:20260702T143006 CREATED:20260630T141604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T141628Z UID:74551-1783533600-1783537200@party.coop SUMMARY:Co-op Conversations: The Power of Co-operative Care DESCRIPTION:Co-operative care has the power transform England’s broken adult social care system. Extensive profit extraction has led to a care system which is marked by low quality standards\, low wages and an absence of specialist care. Not-profit co-operative care provides a solution which implements a democratic model which delivers better outcomes for workers\, care recipients and their families. \nWhile co-operative care is small scale in England\, it is commonplace in Italy\, Spain and South Korea. Evidence shows it can lead to higher standards\, better wages and increased staff retention. \nThe Co-operative Party believe growing co-operative care could be an integral part of achieving the Government’s commitment to double the size of the co-operative sector. \nOur new report\, The Power of Co-operation in Care\, speaks to care co-ops\, policy makers and academics on how central and local government can grow co-operative care provision across England. It provides recommendations on how this growth can reduce profit extraction and improve standards across the care system. \nJoin Sharon Lowrie – CEO\, Be Caring and Henry Drumm – Equal Care Co-op for this Co-op Conversations online event to learn more about the report and its findings as we make the case for reforming the care system across England URL:https://party.coop/event/co-op-conversations-the-power-of-co-operative-care/ CATEGORIES:Co-operation Live ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://party.coop/wp-content/blogs.dir/5/files/2026/04/Co-op-conversations-v2-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Co-op Party Events":MAILTO:events@party.coop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T153000 DTSTAMP:20260702T143006 CREATED:20260401T143530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T090842Z UID:73954-1783767600-1783783800@party.coop SUMMARY:Community Britain: South East DESCRIPTION:Community Britain: South East\nJoin us in Worthing on Saturday 11 July for a day of ideas\, inspiration\, and practical action as members\, activists and leaders come together to explore how co-operation can shape stronger communities and influence national policy.\nIf you haven’t attended one of our events before\, this is a great first event to join — whether you’re one of our newer members\, a long standing member or simply interested in our work. \nProgramme\nMorning: Welcome\, stories & real-world impact \n\nOur work in Government: We kick off the day with an energising welcome from Joe Fortune\, our General Secretary\, who’ll set the tone for collaboration\, community pride and shared purpose as he updates members on the Co-operative Party’s work across Government since the 2024 General Election\, and delivery on ambitious commitments to co-operatives and mutuals across Government departments.\nCommunity Britain in action: Hear powerful stories from members across the region as they explore the Community Britain campaign\, highlighting how co-operative values are making a real difference across the South East by bringing people together to create stronger\, more connected communities. Speakers include Jason Smith\, WAVE Community Bank and Cat Arnold\, Adur Community Cafe.\nLocal Power Plan– hear more from Kayla Ente\, Brighton and Hove Energy Services Co-op\, on how communities can deliver on the Government’s £1-billion commitment to fund community energy projects\nCommunity Britain in Local Government: Councillors are playing a pivotal role working with community groups to identify\, purchase and operate community businesses which serve the needs of local residents. Councillors from across our region share real-life stories – whether from in power or in opposition – and the challenges and solutions faced. Speakers include Cllr Rob King\, Co-Leader of Runnymede Borough Council\, Cllr Adrienne Lowe\, Adur District Council\nSpotlight on equality and inclusion: Discover the inspiring work of the Co-operative Party’s five Equality Networks: BAME | (dis)Ability | LGBTQ+ | Women | Youth. Learn how these networks are championing representation\, fairness and opportunity for all.\n\nAfternoon: From ideas to action \nAfter lunch\, the focus shifts from inspiration to practical change\, with Interactive workshops. Hands-on sessions designed to spark ideas and deliver real impact: \n\nCommunity Britain: Practical Action\nExplore today’s political narrative and develop strategies to strengthen and champion Community Britain.\nCommunity Right to Buy: Making it happen\nLearn how communities can use the new law giving the right of first refusal to buy local assets when they come up for sale — and how we can make it work in practice.\nPolicy Consultation 2026\nHelp shape future policy on Local Government and International Development. Your voice will help guide the next wave of co-operative priorities.\n\nCome along\, connect with fellow members\, share your perspective\, and help shape the future of Community Britain. \nRegister here:\nA recent member survey highlighted a clear desire for more local activity — and this event has been designed with that in mind. Working with local Party Council officers\, we’ve built a member-led programme that reflects what matters most to you and your region. This is your opportunity to help shape the conversation and ensure the priorities of your community are heard. \nTickets are £15 and include a buffet lunch and refreshments. \nVenue:\nThe venue is on the outskirts of Worthing\, approx 25 minutes walk from Worthing mainline station.  There is plenty of free car parking if you are travelling by car or wanting to car share. \nWe will send all registered attendees details of the venue on Tues 7 July\, so do watch out for a message. \nRegister here:\n\n\n \n Title(Required)TitleMrMrsMissMsMxDrCllrSirLordDameLadyName(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Are you 18 or over?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Are you a Co-operative Party member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Would you like to receive email updates on our other events and ways to get involved with us?\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Do you have any allergies\, intolerances or dietary requirements?The ticket price includes a simple sandwich buffet with gluten free\, vegetarian and vegan optionsDo you have any accessibility needs?The venue is wheelchair accessible\, and we’re happy to support any additional needs: just let us know how we can help.Conference ticket\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n I would like to make an additional one-off donation to support the Party's work\n \n I would like to make an additional one-off donation to support the Party's work\n Additional donation amount\n \n Total\n \n Debit/Credit Card URL:https://party.coop/event/community-britain-southeast LOCATION:Worthing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://party.coop/wp-content/blogs.dir/5/files/2026/04/regional-events-2026-logos-south-east.png ORGANIZER;CN="Co-op Party Events":MAILTO:events@party.coop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T200000 DTSTAMP:20260702T143006 CREATED:20260610T132958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T215959Z UID:74404-1784055600-1784059200@party.coop SUMMARY:Policy Consultation 2026: BAME Co-operators DESCRIPTION:Policy Consultation 2026\nBAME Co-operators\nTuesday\, 14 July at 7pm on Zoom\nAll Black\, Asian and minority ethnic members are invited to join us as to contribute to the Party’s annual Policy Consultation process. \nJoin the Party Equalities Officer and the Network committee to share your views as part of Policy Process 2026. \nThis year\, our policy consultation will focus on two important areas: international development and co-operation\, and local government. URL:https://party.coop/event/policyconsult2026-bame LOCATION:Online only CATEGORIES:Network Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://party.coop/wp-content/blogs.dir/5/files/2026/06/co-operative-party-equalities-networks-logo-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Co-op Party Events":MAILTO:events@party.coop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T190000 DTSTAMP:20260702T143006 CREATED:20260625T165739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T213803Z UID:74526-1784570400-1784574000@party.coop SUMMARY:Co-op Conversations North West: Hear from your NW Police and Crime Commissioners DESCRIPTION:You are invited to hear from and join in conversation with \n\nDavid Allen\, Police\, Fire & Crime Commissioner for Cumbria\nClive Grunshaw\, Police & Crime Commissioner for Lancashire\nEmily Spurrell\, Police & Crime Commissioner for Merseyside\n\nIt’s now three years since the Co-operative Party launched our Rebuilding policing and criminal justice – Co-operative Party document. Since then\, the Party stood 33 (out of the 37) Labour & Co-operative Party Police & Crime Commissioner candidates across England & Wales\, winning 15. \nHear from three of our PCCs reflecting on the role\, impact and their work as Co-op PCCs\, covering some aspects from this document and their embedding of Co-op values and principles in their respective policing areas and police & crime plans. \nWe look forward to seeing you. URL:https://party.coop/event/co-op-conversations-north-west-hear-from-your-nw-police-and-crime-commissioners CATEGORIES:Co-operation Live ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://party.coop/wp-content/blogs.dir/5/files/2026/04/Co-op-conversations-v2-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Gareth Dowling":MAILTO:g.dowling@party.coop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T190000 DTSTAMP:20260702T143006 CREATED:20260610T131500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T220454Z UID:74395-1784660400-1784660400@party.coop SUMMARY:Policy Consultation 2026: (dis)Ability Network DESCRIPTION:Policy Consultation 2026\nCo-operative Party (dis)Ability Network\nTuesday\, 21 July at 7pm on Zoom\nAll disabled members are invited to join us as to contribute to the Party’s annual Policy Consultation process. \nJoin the Party Equalities Officer and the Network committee to share your views as part of Policy Process 2026. \nThis year\, our policy consultation will focus on two important areas: international development and co-operation\, and local government. URL:https://party.coop/event/policyconsult2026-disability LOCATION:Online only CATEGORIES:Network Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://party.coop/wp-content/blogs.dir/5/files/2026/06/co-operative-party-equalities-networks-logo-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Co-op Party Events":MAILTO:events@party.coop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261201 DTSTAMP:20260702T143006 CREATED:20260416T155218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T155806Z UID:74112-1795834800-1796007599@party.coop SUMMARY:Annual Conference 2026 DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Annual Conference of the Co-operative Party will take place online-only and will be livestreamed on the Co-op Party’s website on Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th November.  Parliamentary reports delivered by the Chairs of the Co-operative Party Groups in Westminster\, Holyrood and Cardiff Bay will take place on Zoom during the evenings of w/c Monday 23 November \nJoining the online Annual Conference is a valuable opportunity for members to stay informed\, have their voices heard\, and play an active role in shaping the organisation’s future.  It’s a great way to stay informed on the Party and it’s direction and feel part of what’s happening. You’ll hear directly from our Party Chair\, General Secretary\, elected representatives and our partner organisation about plans\, progress and our campaigning work. \nBecause it’s online\, it’s easy to join from wherever you are—no travel needed. Taking part is a simple way to connect with others\, share your views\, and help shape what comes next for the organisation. \nYou’ll get a the chance to ask questions\, and have your say on the decisions that matter. Taking part demonstrates commitment\, strengthens transparency\, and ensures the Party continues to reflect the interests and priorities of its members. \nVenue:\n\nOnline-only livestream.  Party Councils and Subscribing Societies can submit delegates here: Delegate registration (deadline 14-Oct-2026)\nRegister here to be sent more information on viewing the livestream will be provided shortly.\n\n\n \n Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email\n \n Co-operative Party member or not*\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n \n \n Not sure\, please check and come back to me\n The Annual Conference is open to everyone and we welcome both members and non-members to attend. If you are not currently a member and choose to tick this box\, you are giving us consent to contact you by email with updates about our campaigning and policy work. You can withdraw your consent and unsubscribe from these emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our messages.AccessibilityIf you plan to watch the online conference\, we want to make sure it’s as accessible and comfortable as possible for everyone. Please let us know in advance if you have any accessibility requirements or might need support—such as captions\, screen-reader friendly materials\, or other adjustments—so we can do our best to accommodate you and make the experience inclusive for all.CAPTCHAPhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. URL:https://party.coop/event/annual-conference-2026/ LOCATION:Livestream CATEGORIES:Co-operative Party Ltd ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://party.coop/wp-content/blogs.dir/5/files/2026/01/CoopPartyThumb.png ORGANIZER;CN="Co-op Party Events":MAILTO:events@party.coop END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR