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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 7h

And for all the latest facts and figures from the co-operative and mutual economy, plus some great insight and brill case studies, this is where you should go: buff.ly/vk07qD8 3/3

Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 7h

Steve's quote is from a piece in our recent #CoopEconomy report on the acquisition of The Co-operative Bank. It focuses on a commitment to fairness, member ownership and long-term community benefit. Read the full case study here: buff.ly/gWE1v6P 2/3

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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 7h

🧵 “Mutuals can offer a better answer – long term, sustainable decision making & not short term profit. Because when people play an active part in the institutions that serve them, the outcomes are better & fairer." They're the words of Steve Hughes, Group CEO of CoventryBuilding Society. 1/3

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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 2d

The Times highlighted that little snippet in a piece on our recently published #CoopEconomy report. Read the report to discover how #coops and #mutuals in the here and now are providing modern-day solutions: uk.coop/resources/ec...

Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 2d

Did you know mutuals trace their roots to The Fire Office, a mutual insurer established in 1667 - the year after the Great Fire of London? It shows the enduring power of mutuals to find solutions. 1/2

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James Wright @jameslwright.bsky.social · 3d

Vital that we connect co-op development to the community energy revolution

Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 3d

One week to book - FREE webinar! 🌱 Discover how co-ops drive climate action with Marianne Brown (Bristol Energy Co-op) & Jonathan Atkinson (People Powered Retrofit).

📆 15 Oct, 10:30–12:00
👉 buff.ly/0w0I8oI

In partnership with the Centre for Democratic Business, funding from The Co-operative Bank.

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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 3d

One week to book - FREE webinar! 🌱 Discover how co-ops drive climate action with Marianne Brown (Bristol Energy Co-op) & Jonathan Atkinson (People Powered Retrofit).

📆 15 Oct, 10:30–12:00
👉 buff.ly/0w0I8oI

In partnership with the Centre for Democratic Business, funding from The Co-operative Bank.

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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 4d

Always great to catch up with Pauline, who was the first woman Chief Exec at Co-operatives UK - and also the first woman President of the
@icacoop.bsky.social

Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 4d

We've got a 'Dame' good testimonial for the #CoopEconomy report... from someone who really knows!
And if you want more info 👇
uk.coop/news/record-... #coops #TuesdayThoughts

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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 8d

🔎 Report ➡️ www.uk.coop/retrofit

#Retrofit #WarmHomes #Coops #GreenHomes #EnergyEfficiency #HousingPolicy #HomeRetrofit #UKPolicy (3/3)

Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 8d

🤝 That’s where retrofit co‑operatives come in. They’re already making retrofit easier, fairer and more trusted, helping households, landlords and tradespeople work together. ✊ 👫

⚡Our report shows that government support for retrofit co‑ops is essential if the Warm Homes Plan is to succeed. (2/3)

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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 8d

🏠💡 We’re calling on government to support co‑ops to make homes more energy efficient.

👓 Read our new report: Retrofit Co‑operatives🔧🧰

🛋️ 🌡️ Millions of households want warmer, greener homes – but are put off by confusing markets, missing skills and poor advice. (1/3)

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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 10d

🎟️ Secure your place now. 👉 uk.coop/pf

#Coops #PractitionersForum #ProfessionalDevelopment

Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 10d

💪 Whether your strength is membership, governance, finance/assurance, HR or communications, there’s something to boost your skills and knowledge.🦉

🚀 Develop and strengthen the expertise you need to ensure your co‑op succeeds! (2/3)

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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 10d

⭐ The countdown’s on! 🕒 Practitioners Forum 2025 is coming VERY soon… ⭐

📍Join us on Thursday 6 November in Manchester for an inspiring day of learning, networking and expert co‑operative training. 👍 (1/3)

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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 11d

We launched our Co-operative and Mutual Economy report last week.

Here's a 1-minute highlight VT for a £179.2 million economic force for good, highlighting resilience, fairness, growth and more.

Full report here: www.uk.coop/economy

#CoopEconomy #IYC2025

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James Wright @jameslwright.bsky.social · 12d

We at #Labour Conference with the Salford Mayor and GMCA lead for housing Paul Dennett, and brilliant @cooperativesuk.bsky.social members People Powered Retrofit and Community Energy England taking about retrofit co-ops.

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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 12d

🚨 Last Chance! Secure your place on our two-day HR training course.

📝 From understanding the key rights and responsibilities when employing, to keeping your co-operative legally compliant, this is a cracking course.

Find out more and book your spot: buff.ly/wy2Q8Sc

Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 12d

We’re partnering with @islington-council.bsky.social to help people in #Islington kick start co-ops 🚀

To join a free workshop on 20 Nov + access expert 1:1 support funded by #UKSPF, visit 👉 buff.ly/HtBfmdZ.

Support delivered through our Business Support for Co-ops programme #coops

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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 15d

• Warm Homes? How co-ops can retrofit Britain – Monday, Arena Room Tess – 3pm
See full details the conference programme

#labourconference #coops #CoopEconomy #memberowned #cooperatives

Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 15d

• Reclaiming our regional economies: How local leadership and community empowerment can resist the rise of the far right – Monday, Exhibition Event Hub in ECL – 2pm

#labourconference #coops #CoopEconomy #memberowned #cooperatives

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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 15d

• Co-ops and mutuals: Delivering inclusive growth – Sunday, ACC Arena Room D – 10:30am

#labourconference #coops #CoopEconomy #memberowned #cooperatives

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Co-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 15d

We're at the upcoming Labour Party Conference and we're especially looking forward to the following events with our partners. See below and see full details in the conference programme... #labourconference #coops #CoopEconomy #memberowned #cooperatives

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Centre for Thriving Places @thrivingplaces.bsky.social · 16d

At the Labour Party Conf on Monday? Join our RORE session on resisting the far right. Held with Mayors & regional leaders, we'll look at the healing role local & regional govt can play.
mailchi.mp/9d6532c8061c...

@clesthinkdo.bsky.social @cooperativesuk.bsky.social @neweconomics.bsky.social

Invite to the RORE Labour Party Conference event on Monday 29th September, 2-2.45pm, at the Exhibition Event Hub.

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James Wright @jameslwright.bsky.social · 15d

1/ Pride in Place programme has massive potential to:
👭Empower communities to change things for the better
🏫Democratise ownership and control of local assets
With a major role for co-ops and mutuals
www.gov.uk/government/n...

Communities to seize control over high streets and restore pride

Local communities will be handed new powers to revitalise their high streets and restore pride in their towns.

www.gov.uk

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