30th May 2023 In Wales, supported by the Welsh Government the co-operative movement is going from strength to strength. Stephen Doughty MP Welsh Labour & Co-operative MP for Cardiff South and Penarth and Minister of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Together, the Labour and Co-operative Parties share the ambition of doubling the size of the co-operative sector, and steps like those announced at the recent Wales Co-operative Party Conference are helping to provide the blueprint for realising the aim
24th March 2023 Turning West Yorkshire into a thriving heartland of a growing co-operative economy Tracy Brabin Metro Mayor for West Yorkshire If we’re to truly succeed and double the size of the co-operative sector, we need a coordinated approach between the centre and the nations and regions to eliminate the barriers to co-operative development at every level.
17th March 2023 It’s time to unleash the power of co-operatives and mutuals. Tulip Siddiq MP Shadow Economic Secretary to the Treasury (Shadow City Minister) With the right support, co-operative financial firms have the potential to provide new ideas and solutions to many of the crises and challenges we face as a country, such as the cost-of-living crisis or adapting to climate change. That’s why Labour has committed to doubling the size of the co-operative and mutual sector when in government.
16th March 2023 A force for good. Angela Rayner Deputy Leader of the Labour Party A third of all government spending goes on procurement. That's why working alongside the Co-operative Party, I’m seeking to ensure we properly drive the power of procurement to support the public, get the best value for money, and drive-up standards through unleashing co-operatives.
8th February 2023 Making a Difference with Welsh Government on Employee Ownership Huw Irranca-Davies Chair of the Welsh Parliament Co-operative Group (Grwp Cydweithredol Cynulliad Cenedlaethol Cymru) and Member of the Senedd for Ogmore How refreshing it always is when we have a Government committed to co-operation in values and in action. It means that when we as co-operators push the case for co-operation, we have Ministers who open the door to do more.
30th January 2023 Why we must grow the employee-owned sector Derek Walker CEO of Cwmpas At last some good news! Employee-ownership continues to grow significantly across the UK. This is a positive story for employees, the economy and society as a whole.
23rd January 2023 We’re delivering green, clean and inclusive economic growth for all – and long may it continue. Abdi Mohamed London Co-op Council Member and a Executive Director of Hackney Wick and Fish Island Community Development Trust In a small part of East London, nestled between Tower Hamlets, Newham and Hackney, a community group is working hard to fight the tide of negative development and ensure inclusive growth.
30th November 2022 Our economy is in desperate need of change – now is the time to expand employee ownership. Daniel Monaghan Policy Officer Employee ownership is an important tool in creating a fairer, prosperous and more productive economy which raises income and gives workers a real stake in their business.
15th November 2022 In South Yorkshire, we’re exploring how employee ownership has the potential to transform our economy. Oliver Coppard Metro Mayor for South Yorkshire Last week in Doncaster, I hosted a session to explore the benefits of employee ownership and worker co-operatives. These different approaches to business ownership have the potential to transform South Yorkshire’s economy, a central pillar of our move to a co-operative model where more wealth is created here, and more wealth stays here.