Co-operatives UK
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The UK's apex body authority on co-operatives, we provide expert support, advocacy & development to help member-owned business thrive: http://www.uk.coop/email
Why choose Co-operatives UK for HR, legal or governance advice? Because we get #coops. That means faster answers, clearer guidance and better value for money. “Efficient service, clear guidance and quick answer. Co-operatives UK works perfectly for us!” Éva Goudouneix,…
The govt says it wants to double the size of the UK’s co-operative economy. That won’t happen without bold, practical policy. We’ve drafted a plan - and we need your input. 👇Read & comment by 15 Aug buff.ly/9LD9xq2 #Coops #Policy #Mutuals #BetterBusiness #CoopGrowth
🪡 A stitch in time saves livelihoods – and the planet! 🌏 ✨ Inspiring stuff from Trendle Co‑operative: they’re a digital platform for connecting skilled clothing repairers with customers – extending the life of what’s in our wardrobes while fostering meaningful, fairly-paid…
🌍 Help shape the future of the co-operative sector. 🤝 We've drafted a bold policy plan to 🔑 unlock rapid and high-impact co-operative growth across the UK. It identifies the changes needed to double the size and impact of our sector over the next decade. Improvements…
'Ofwat has failed' Yes. But so has the whole model. Bonuses for failure. Dividends while rivers flood with sewage. No real voice for the people who pay for and rely on water services. A new regulator isn’t enough. We need a new ownership model. Let’s talk about mutuals.…
'Ofwat has failed' Sir Jon Cunliffe, who led the Independent Water Commission, told #BBCBreakfast why he's recommending a single new water regulator replacing Ofwat, the Drinking Water Inspectorate and water-environment related functions from the Environment Agency and Natural…
If the people that swam in and drank from Thames Water, owned Thames Water, would they pump sewage into it?? The link is obvious. 👇🏻
'Ofwat has failed' Yes. But so has the whole model. Bonuses for failure. Dividends while rivers flood with sewage. No real voice for the people who pay for and rely on water services. A new regulator isn’t enough. We need a new ownership model. Let’s talk about mutuals.…
🔒 The government is closing a key online filing service 🧑💻 - we want to know what this means for you and your co-operative. 🚫 After 31 March, Companies House and HMRC will shut their joint online filing service (WebFiling) for annual accounts and Company Tax Returns. 📄 😬…
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⚽️ 🧵Poor governance doesn’t just happen in corporate boardrooms – it happens in charities, #coops, community businesses and also football clubs... theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/j…
📣 Our expert co-operative advice round-up is out (so check your inbox)! ✅ New guide: Neurodiversity in the boardroom ✅ Health & safety support via @WorkNestUK ✅ Supplier risk advice via @AnthonyCollinsL 🔗 Make sure YOU get our advice updates: uk.coop/email #Coops…