What is Co-operatives UK?

The UK’s authority on co-operatives, Co-operatives UK empowers member-owned business to thrive. We provide expertise across governance, HR, training, and networking to grow the co-operative economy, ensuring every co-operative can build strong, sustainable member ownership. 

From football clubs and farms to convenience stores and community hubs, the UK’s 7,000+ co-operatives share our commitment to a fairer society through shared wealth and member control. Through expert advice and support, development and advocacy, we champion co-operatives and co-operation in the UK and internationally through the International Cooperative Alliance.

Our vision is to build a better world through co-operation.

Our mission is to empower and grow the UK’s co-operative economy by being the voice of co-operation and member ownership.