Co-op Group proposes merger with Southern Co-op
The boards of the Co-op Group and Southern Co-op have announced proposals to combine and create a larger co-operative society.
The boards of the Co-op Group and Southern Co-op have announced proposals to combine and create a larger co-operative society.
Co-op CEO Shirine Khoury-Haq has decided to step down after four years at the retailer, and Kate Allum has been appointed as the interim group CEO.
UK retailer Co-op has invested £1.5 million in its vehicle fleet, switching to electric home delivery vehicles to support is carbon reduction and net zero goals.
Co-op said it plans to create 7,000 matched apprenticeships in the next five years, with a £70 million commitment through its Levy Share service to boost skills.
Co-op has released its results for the six months ended 5th July 2025, with its net debt reduced to £43 million, down from nearly £1 billion in 2021.