Must-read 6 Steps to Build Community WealthUsing what we already have to generate local economic growth co-operatively
14th November 2016 Texan taxi drivers are showing there’s a co-operative alternative to the Uber economy Virginia Doherty A co-operative owned by taxi drivers in Austin Texas is putting them back in control of fares, fees and working conditions - enabling them to serve communities left behind by ride-sharing apps
11th November 2016 Small businesses in Europe work together to access finance and share risk – why shouldn’t those in the UK? Virginia Doherty Too often, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) struggle to access the finance they need to grow. But in Europe, mutual guarantee societies provide a solution we can learn from.
7th November 2016 To double the size of the co-operative economy, we need to clear the roadblocks that stand in the way Co-operative Party A Bill to be introduced by Labour & Co-operative MPs tomorrow aims to cut back red tape and bring regulation of co-ops in line with other types of businesses
20th October 2016 We were successful in regulating pay-day lenders. But this International Credit Union day, there’s still more to do. Ed Miliband International Credit Union day is our chance to celebrate how far we've come - and to raise public awareness too.
18th October 2016 The Government says it wants to encourage more of us to save – credit unions must be part of the solution Archived: Ben West Communications & Digital Officer Help to Save is a huge opportunity to further support and expand credit unions - and Co-operative MPs are working to ensure they're included in the Government's plans
5th July 2016 Co-operative MPs tell government to back mutual solution to financial exclusion Co-operative Party As traditional banks abandon many of our poorest communities, Co-operative MPs have called for financial mutuals such as building societies and credit unions to take their place.
21st June 2016 Co-operative MSPs Mark Co-operatives Fortnight Johann Lamont Chair, Co-operative Party Scottish Parliament Group Co-operatives have a long and distinguished history in Scotland - but it is important that the Scottish Government and local authorities look to promote co-operatives in twenty-first century Scotland too.
26th May 2016 Co-operation between European countries? Co-operatives depend on it. Andrew Raimondi Co-operation between European countries remains crucial for the co-operative movements within them to thrive.
3rd May 2016 Co-operatives are thriving in Plymouth – here’s how the Labour & Co-operative council is making it happen. Co-operative Party Local government officer Emma Hoddinott reports back on last week's visit to Plymouth, where councillors are this week campaigning to keep Labour & Co-operative control of the City Council.
17th March 2016 Scottish Co-operative Party Backs Credit Union Charter Richard McCready Political Officer Co-operative Party MSP candidates have backed ABCUL's charter calling for Scotland to become a 'Credit Union Nation'
25th February 2016 Johann Lamont: SNP treating co-operatives as ‘last resort’ Andrew Raimondi Labour & Co-operative MSP calls on the SNP-run Scottish government to show greater ambition in championing the co-operative sector
4th February 2016 Is cracking down on corporate tax dodgers the ‘new fairtrade’? Archived: Ben West Communications & Digital Officer Admidst public outrage at tax avoidance, the co-operative-backed Fair Tax Mark is helping consumers to distinguish corporate tax dodgers from those who pay their fair share.
4th December 2015 EU backs calls for fair tax mark Paul Monaghan The European Union has joined calls for recognition of companies who pay their fair share of tax
15th October 2015 Armed forces credit union launched to give services alternative to payday lenders Co-operative Party From today, service personnel and their families will be able to borrow and save money via a dedicated armed forces credit union.
29th November 2014 Government announces support for armed forces credit unions Co-operative Party Following a Co-operative Party-led campaign, the Government has said it will work with credit unions to safeguard service personnel from predatory lenders
30th May 2014 Helping credit unions beat the Market Joe Goldberg In Haringey, we are helping credit unions do what they do best – beating payday lenders at their own game
8th April 2014 Give Them Credit Chris Evans The creation of an armed forces credit union would improve the availability of affordable financial services to armed forces families. It's time for the MoD to give it proper support.
19th March 2014 Scottish Procurement Bill Co-operative Party The Bill provides a golden opportunity to support co-op enterprises across Scotland. But Nicola Sturgeon is standing in the way.
28th February 2014 Leading the way on fair tax Paul Monaghan The scandal of corporate tax avoidance is now a key issue for consumers. And with the launch of the Fair Tax Mark, Co-operatives are leading the way.
6th February 2014 Our growing movement Alex Sobel The co-operative sector in Leeds is booming - as my afternoon spent visiting them with Karin Christiansen showed
22nd January 2014 Co-operation can drive innovation Su Maddock Developing economies are showing that co-operation can play a key role in technological and economic innovation
19th December 2013 Consumers need a single consumer champion Claire McCarthy Former General Secretary The Government's announcement on 'super complaints' is welcome, but consumers need it to go much further
19th December 2013 Kezia Dugdale highlights dangers of debt this Christmas Co-operative Party Co-operative Party MSP joined by Santa and the Citizens Advice Bureau at debate on regulation of payday lenders
17th October 2013 Your victory on Payday Lenders Claire McCarthy Former General Secretary Ed Miliband's announcement of plans for a levy on payday lenders is a victory for Co-operative Party activists across the country.
6th October 2013 Fair credit where it’s due – Jim Murphy backs military credit union Claire McCarthy Former General Secretary
5th December 2012 Gareth Thomas MP joins with sector to support development of community finance Gareth Thomas Shadow Minister (Communities and Local Government)
29th November 2012 Co-operative solutions to problem debt Cllr Andy Hull Andy Hull takes a look at ways that local councils can tackle payday lenders
21st November 2012 Jennette Arnold AM urges Boris to put his money where his mouth is, and only use responsible banks Jennette Arnold
Co-operatives Unleashed: Doubling the size of the UK’s Co-operative SectorAn independent report from the New Economics Foundation (NEF) commissioned by the Co-operative Party
6 Steps to Build Community WealthUsing what we already have to generate local economic growth co-operatively
A co-operative plan for a Britain where power and wealth are sharedThe Co-operative Party's policy platform in advance of the 2017 General Election