News & press releases

Central Co-op to sponsor kits for 11 girls’ football teams in honour of Lionesses’ historic summer

To celebrate the Lionesses reaching the final of this summer’s major European football tournament, Central Co-op is marking the moment by backing the future…

24 July 2025

Central Co-op opens brand-new Mosborough store with community celebration and golden ticket giveaway

Central Co-op has officially opened its brand-new community store in Mosborough, Sheffield, welcoming customers with a celebration full of local flavour,…

23 July 2025

The Midcounties Co-operative Launches New Online Portal To Help Members Manage Their Investments in the Society

The Midcounties Co-operative has launched a new Member Investment Portal, taking a significant step forward in how members can access and manage their…

17 July 2025

Central Co-op welcomes MAFECO to the UK to celebrate the impact of Our Malawi Partnership

Central Co-op recently hosted representatives from the Malawi Federation of Co-operatives (MAFECO) for a special visit to the UK, to see first-hand the…

10 July 2025

Local Funeral Director honoured as Co-op Hero for compassionate, community-centred care

As part of this year’s Co-op Fortnight celebrations, Central Co-op is shining a spotlight on the people making a real difference to Members and communities…

3 July 2025

Central Co-op’s Jennifer Roberts wins Benefits Professional of the Year 2025

Central Co-op is thrilled to announce that Jennifer Roberts, Head of Reward and Wellbeing, has been named Benefits Professional of the Year at the…

2 July 2025

Central Co-op celebrates local ‘Co-op Hero’ Tami Evans for bringing communities together

As part of Co-op Fortnight 2025 (23rd June – 6th July), Central Co-op is celebrating the everyday heroes behind the scenes who make a big difference in…

26 June 2025

Central Co-op funeral colleagues climb Snowdon for charity hailed ‘Co-op Heroes’

As part of Co-op Fortnight 2025 (23rd June – 6th July), Central Co-op is celebrating the everyday heroes behind the scenes who make a big difference in…

26 June 2025

Chelmsford Star Co-operative and Central Co-op propose historic merger

Two co-operative Societies with a rich heritage - Central Co-op and Chelmsford Star Co-operative - have today announced that they are exploring ways to…

24 June 2025

Co-op Fortnight: The Midcounties Co-operative celebrates local change makers driving the future of Co-ops in the UK

As part of this year’s Co-op Fortnight celebrations and its theme of ‘Co-op Heroes’, The Midcounties Co-operative is shining a spotlight on the people…

24 June 2025

Central Co-op’s climate goals officially approved as part of net-zero mission

Central Co-op has had its climate targets officially approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) - a major milestone in its commitment to…

20 June 2025

Central Co-op Funeral Plans responds to funeral costs at an all-time high

The cost of a simple attended funeral in the UK has reached a record high of £4,285 - a 3.5% increase from last year, according to SunLife’s 2025 Cost of…

2 June 2025

Local Your Co-op Food Store Reducing Energy Usage With Installation of More Than 60 Solar Panels

The Ashby Road Your Co-op Food store in Daventry, Northamptonshire, has demonstrated its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint with the installation…

2 June 2025

Central Co-op and Derbyshire County Cricket Club unite for community impact

Central Co-op and Derbyshire County Cricket Club have announced a new two-year partnership, uniting two historic co-operatives with deep roots in Derbyshire…

30 May 2025

Central Co-op thanks Members and customers with exclusive offers following stock disruption

Central Co-op is extending a heartfelt “thank you” to its Members and customers for their patience and continued support during recent stock availability…

27 May 2025