Useful links for journalists
Successes
Ten stories from successful co-operative businesses in Scotland.
About co-ops
All you need to know about co-ops: what they are; history; internationally.
Specialist advice
CDS provides specialist advice to new and growing co-operative and employee owned businesses.
Why co-operate?
Co-operation has many benefits for businesses, employees and communites.
Media centre
Co-operative Development Scotland (CDS) was established by the Scottish Government to promote and support the development of co-operative and employee-owned business models across Scotland. CDS covers all of Scotland and supports the remit of Scottish Enterprise, Highlands & Islands Enterprise and Business Gateway. A specific focus is on priority growth industries, including food and drink, renewable energy, forestry and tourism. Co-operative business models have a key role to play in the growth of these sectors.
CDS is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Scottish Enterprise. CDS has its own advisory board and, by working closely with key partners, aims to demonstrate the improved productivity, sustainability and community benefits that co-operative models can offer. Its remit is to:
- Raise awareness of co-operative business models
- Help new and existing co-operatives to grow
- Develop markets for co-operative and co-owned businesses
For more information please contact:
- ian.spinney@theverypeople.co.uk mobile: 07973 671773
- Vicky.masterson@theverypeople.co.uk mobile 07733 301715
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