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Big Society idea misses big picture
A report published by the Social Enterprise Coalition says the country has lost sight of the need for economic reform in the current Big Society debate about public and voluntary sector cuts, and citizenship.
March 04 2011
Shared Interest makes its mark
The Newcastle-based ethical investment co-operative, Shared Interest, says it is making steady and measurable progress towards achieving its social goals and reports that investments rose to over £27.6 million for the year ended September 30th.
March 04 2011
Britannia to award education grants
Britannia branches are urging community groups, charities and schools to apply to its Community Fund.
March 04 2011
Global news feed for co-operatives launches
A unique global news feed for co-operatives has been launched by Co-operative Press — publishers of Co-operative News and thenews.coop.
February 28 2011
Fairtrade Fortnight launches across UK
Cotton is the focus of this year’s Fairtrade Fortnight (February 28th–March 13th), which is being promoted under the slogan ‘Show Off Your Label’.
February 28 2011
Co-operatives respond to New Zealand earthquake
Co-operatives in New Zealand have pulled together following the powerful earthquake in the country earlier this week.
February 25 2011
It’s kids’ stuff for Midcounties
Co-operative Childcare has made a strong step into the childcare sector.
January 13 2011
Midcounties set to move into energy sector
Midcounties Co-operative is carrying out trials that could see it entering the household electricity and gas supply market next year.
November 19 2010
CDS in demand as Scots explore co-op options
Surging interest in co-op business models, such as consortium co-ops and employee-owned businesses, is fuelling record levels of inquiries for specialist advice from Co-operative Development Scotland.
October 28 2010
Big Society or Big Con?
Two leading Labour/Co-op MPs have led the attacks on the Coalition Government’s plans to reform public service provision via its Big Society agenda.
September 28 2010
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