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Welcome to the fastest growing network in local government

We believe that the unprecedented challenges facing the public sector and local communities mean that traditional models of top-down governance and economic growth are no longer fit for purpose. Our Members want to reclaim the traditions of community action, community engagement, and civic empowerment that can transform communities. This approach will help deliver radical and innovative programmes designed, led, and delivered in partnership with communities and other sector partners, maximising the social dividend they bring. We’re proud that cooperative councils are driving global public policy aligned to our Statement of Values and Principles.

Our Values and Principles

In acknowledging that Councils are not in themselves registered co-operatives, we and our members have developed principles that have grown from those of the International Co-operative Alliance and are relevant within the context of local government.  The CCIN has developed ten icons to illustrate these Principles.  These icons are used throughout this website to demonstrate how Co-operative Councils are putting our co-operative principles into practice, highlighting the ‘cooperative difference’ in the work that they are doing.

Our Values and Principles

Joining the network

Join the CCIN to be part of a growing and influential network committed to developing a new relationship with citizens. There is increasing interest, across the political spectrum, in how to share power and responsibility with citizens, support the development of community and civic life and find more cost-effective ways to create successful and resilient communities. Membership is open to all councils, opposition groups, and businesses wishing to show their support and engage in the processes of developing innovative co-operative councils. Individuals and organisations can also join as Supporters.

Membership

Latest on Twitter

Jim Robbins @jimrobbins ·
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Excited to be in Manchester for the @CoopParty one day conference where I’ll be launching the @CoopInnovation’s Councillor Toolkit!

Looking forward to hearing from @JimfromOldham, @lisanandy, @PreetKGillMP, @JoPlattLeigh, @jreynoldsMP, @shah_arooj & more

Glenys Thornton @GlenysThornton ·
22h 1845047280354644398

Great to be at the @CoopParty conference at the fab @CooperativesUK headquarters in Manchester. So many new lovely MPs @paulwaugh. And coop friends @CllrRalphBerry @peteholbrook @PreetKGillMP @JonathanSBI @CoopInnovation

Cooperative Councils’ Innovation Network @CoopInnovation ·
22h 1845048373155377217

With a Govt mission to double the size of the #coop & #mutual sector we’re delighted to hear @jreynoldsMP at @CoopParty event this morning talking about how this is a WHOLE Govt mission.
Today we launch our #Councils #CoopDevtToolkit
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https://bit.ly/CCIN-coopdevt

Cooperative Councils’ Innovation Network @CoopInnovation ·
22h 1845045958926622969

We’re at the #CoopChange Showcase today where @JimfromOldham & @jimrobbins will launch our #councils #coopdevttoolkit

Thanks to @KirkleesCouncil for leading on this important project match-funded by @powertochange_

https://bit.ly/CCIN-coopdevt

#OurCoopDifference

Cllr Mike Stubbs 🇺🇦 @CllrStubbsNUL ·
8 Oct 1843648318507008102

Wishing my friend and @CoopInnovation colleague @PeterCurling a wonderful workplace retirement after an impressive 42 years service. I have a few projects we could work on together Peter, I'll keep you busy! Best Wishes, Mike