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Your Co-op welcomes plans to toughen Retail Crime Laws

The Midcounties Co-operative, one of the UK’s largest independent co-operatives, has welcomed the Government’s announcement that it plans to make assaulting…

10 April 2024

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Keeping it green – ethical retailer supports local sustainable charity

Ethical retailer, Central Co-op has donated £1,250 to a local action group that encourages communities in Hertfordshire to lead a more sustainable…

8 April 2024

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Your Co-op celebrates cutting energy usage

The Midcounties Co-operative, one of the largest independent UK co-operatives, has reduced energy usage across its businesses by 11% in a single year…

5 April 2024

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Your Co-op unveils Oxford Store Mural painted by local artist

Your Co-op Food has partnered with Boundary Brook Community Projects to unveil a stunning new mural by its Iffley Road store.

5 April 2024

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Rt. Hon Theresa May Unveils Life-Saving Community Defibrillator in Cox Green

The former Prime Minister and MP for Maidenhead, Theresa May, unveiled a new community defibrillator at the Your Co-op Food store in Cox Green on Thursday…

2 April 2024

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Central Co-op takes home the title for Sustainability Retailer of the Year at The Convenience Awards 2024

Central Co-op is thrilled to announce that it has taken home the title of the prestigious Sustainability Retailer of the Year at The Convenience Awards…

22 March 2024

Central Co-op completes rollout of electronic shelf edge labels

Ethical retailer, Central Co-op, is thrilled to announce the successful rollout of electronic shelf edge labels (ESELs) in 260 stores. In line with its…

21 March 2024

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Central Co-op announces investment in pay and valued benefits for colleagues

Central Co-op is thrilled to announce significant investments in its colleagues by raising minimum pay to £12 an hour, alongside paid breaks and a suite of…

18 March 2024

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Are you Central Co-op’s new charity partner?

Central Co-op is excited to announce its search for new charity partnerships. In line with its commitment to creating a sustainable Society for all, Central…

11 March 2024

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Your Co-op Donates £75,000 to New Community Partners

Your Co-op has donated £74,458 to new charity partners as part of its ongoing commitment to giving back to the community.

6 March 2024

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Central Co-op celebrates an App-y 1st birthday to its Membership App

Central Co-op is excited to celebrate the first anniversary of its mobile app with a £2 off £20 voucher for Members. Since its launch in March last year,…

5 March 2024

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Central Co-op offers Members reward on will writing services

National later life planning and funeral provider, Central Co-op, is pleased to announce an exclusive promotion for its Members this March. Until the 31st…

5 March 2024

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Central Co-op introduces electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Central Co-op has launched an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability.

27 February 2024

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Nationwide retailer takes stand against retail crime

The number of incidents of violence and abuse in retail environment has skyrocketed, according to national data – so one of the UK’s largest ethical…

21 February 2024

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Central Co-op opens new store in Hethersett

Central Co-op opened its doors in Hethersett on the 16th of February, creating 15 jobs for those living in the area and providing locals with a range of…

19 February 2024