Cooperatives Yorkshire and Humber

 New Report published on Co-operatives in Public Services

APSE have just published a new report on the role of Co-operatives in delivering public services entitled ‘Proof of delivery? A review of the role of co-ops and mutuals in local public service delivery’ and can be ordered here 

Christmas Shopping Event at Fairtraders Co-operative 19th November

Exclusive shopping event for Co-operative Group members!
Fairtrade your Christmas with a personal shopping experience at The Fair Traders Cooperative in Holmfirth: a world of exquisite, ethically sourced gifts, clothing, jewellery, food, drinks and homewares in the historic three-storey Toll House building. Every item stocked has been assessed for its impact on people and the planet, and every product tells a story.

Booking is essential for this event, which will run on Saturday 19th November at 10am, 1pm and 4pm. Please ring 01484 690515 to book your place. Full details here

Social Enterprise Yorkshire and the Humber Conference

Social Enterprise Yorkshire and the Humber Conference is taking place on Friday 2nd December in Hull with a range of Speakers from National Social Enteprises, Mutuals, Local Authorities, Health Trusts and Senior Civil Servants. Places cost £30 but are free to members of the CYH Enhanced Membership Package and some buraries are available to new and small co-operatives for full details visit https://cooperatives-yh.coop.archived.website/seyhconference for more details and to download the flyer.

Employment Law, Health and Safety and Pensions Seminar

Co-operatives Yorkshire and the Humber working with a range of partners have arranged a 1 day seminar in Barnsley on the 28th November for co-operatives to find out more about aspects of law relating to employment, health and safety and pensions. To book visit www.lawseminar.co.uk

Co-operatives Yorkshire and the Humber Enhanced Benefits Package

Join our enhanced scheme for a number of new benefits including a free place at Futures North 2011. The package is being delivered jointly with Social Enterprise Yorkshire and the Humber and includes benefits such as membership of a business club for social enterprises and co-operatives and inclusion on a marketplace e-directory.
The package starts at just £25 for small co-operatives and full details can be downloaded here.

The Phone Co-op Affinity Scheme

Co-operatives Yorkshire and the Humber have an affinity scheme with The Phone Co-op. Any individual or organisation can join so If you're considering joining the The Phone Co-op there are several benefits you can receive by quoting our affinity number AF0461- details are available here.
If you are not a member but wish to be membership of Co-operatives Yorkshire and the Humber is free and open to all organisations who support co-operative values and principles. A membership form can be obtained by downloading a form here