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Channel Islands Coop thanks shoppers for their generosity for its Easter campaign
Channel Islands Coop thanks shoppers for their generosi…
17 April 2023
Thanks to shoppers, a total of £6,000 was raised for local charities across the islands this Easter.
Our Easter community voucher helps Islanders give back this Easter
Our Easter community voucher helps Islanders give back …
16 March 2023
The voucher helps shoppers to give a £2.50 donation to charity which will be matched by us.
Could you be our new Director for our board?
Could you be our new Director for our board?
07 March 2023
Apply to become a director for your Coop. Applications close 24 March 2023.
Bags more help for local environmental and community projects
Bags more help for local environmental and community pr…
25 January 2023
Nearly 7,000 fewer bags, but over £95k of financial support for island communities
‘Free fruit for kids’ initiative is back
‘Free fruit for kids’ initiative is back
22 September 2022
We're proud to see the return of our popular free fruit for kids scheme
Your Pharmacy Locale offers free diabetes screenings to help raise awareness for Diabetes Week (13 -19 June)
Your Pharmacy Locale offers free diabetes screenings to…
06 June 2022
To highlight Diabetes Week, we're working with Diabetes Jersey and Lion’s Club of Jersey to help raise awareness.
Coop Members elect a new Director at AMM
Coop Members elect a new Director at AMM
23 May 2022
Newly elected Director, Jennifer Bridge, joins the Board following a successful vote by our Members
Hold the press: We open our new store at Five Oaks
Hold the press: We open our new store at Five Oaks
27 April 2022
Based on the former site of Jersey Evening Post HQ, our newest store opened its doors on 27 April 2022.
The Society submits plans for the redevelopment of Leale's Yard
The Society submits plans for the redevelopment of Leal…
07 April 2022
The Leale’s Yard redevelopment is an exciting proposal for the St Sampson area, together with wider Guernsey.
Exciting innovations at Coop Five Oaks
Exciting innovations at Coop Five Oaks
01 April 2022
Our new store will feature an innovative melange of trail-brazing technology and in-store experiences.
Update on Foreign Exchange Services at your Co-operative
Update on Foreign Exchange Services at your Co-operativ…
24 March 2022
Update on Foreign Exchange Services at your Co-operative in Jersey and Guernsey.
The Society joins the 51 Employers pledge
The Society joins the 51 Employers pledge
04 March 2022
We become first retailer in Jersey to pledge to a menopause-friendly workplace
Why your Society supports Fairtrade
Why your Society supports Fairtrade
27 February 2022
Thoughts from our CEO, Mark Cox, on appreciating the real change that we can make by buying Fairtrade
Your Society is looking for new Directors to join the board
Your Society is looking for new Directors to join the b…
22 February 2022
The Co-op is welcoming applications to join its board of Directors.
Society stalwart retires after more than 45 years working in the Co-operative movement
Society stalwart retires after more than 45 years worki…
07 January 2022
We bid a very fond farewell and happy retirement to one of our longest serving colleagues, Jim Plumley.
The Co-op Introduces the Big Festive Giveaway
The Co-op Introduces the Big Festive Giveaway
02 December 2021
Co-op stores will see customers receiving over 30,000 prizes this Christmas
Our Community Fund donates £50,000 to local charities and causes across the Bailiwicks
Our Community Fund donates £50,000 to local charities a…
12 November 2021
Our Fund saw the Society donate almost £30,000 to Jersey charities and causes in its first year
Our new manager of Argent's Funeral Care achieves industry-recognised Diploma
Our new manager of Argent's Funeral Care achieves indus…
02 November 2021
Tracey Dowinton, manager of Argent Funeral Care, has achieved her Diploma in Funeral Directing
Our CEO, Mark Cox wins Director of the Year award
Our CEO, Mark Cox wins Director of the Year award
21 September 2021
Our CEO was awarded the prize in the large business category for his guidance throughout the Covid-19
We're supporting Macmillan Jersey to 'Get Together for Good'
We're supporting Macmillan Jersey to 'Get Together for …
13 September 2021
What better way to fundraise for an incredible local charity than to get together and raise money for a great cause
Applications for our Community Fund are being welcomed now for our Autumn '21 pay-out
Applications for our Community Fund are being welcomed …
01 September 2021
We have already donated around £25,000 to charities and good causes making a real difference in the island
Our brand-new store, En Route Trinity opens in Jersey
Our brand-new store, En Route Trinity opens in Jersey
04 August 2021
We're proud of our new store, our most energy efficient store to date
The Society unites in support with Co-ops across the UK to aid the Covid crisis in India
The Society unites in support with Co-ops across the UK…
03 July 2021
As we reach the end of Co-operative Fortnight, we join in support of UK Coops with aid for Co-ops in India
Showing our support with donation of sanitisers and digital thermometers during pandemic
Showing our support with donation of sanitisers and dig…
05 May 2021
Young and elderly Islanders supported by donations of vital sanitiser and thermometers to care and education sector
Working with the Association of Jersey Charities to tackle food insecurity in our community
Working with the Association of Jersey Charities to tac…
26 April 2021
Donation of around £2,500 creates food parcels for local charities and community groups helping islanders in need
Our colleagues enjoy a fair share after a challenging year
Our colleagues enjoy a fair share after a challenging y…
21 April 2021
Colleagues have been paid a bonus equivalent to one week’s pay in recognition of their hard work during 2020
'Have your say' at our virtual Annual Meeting of Members
'Have your say' at our virtual Annual Meeting of Member…
19 April 2021
This year’s meeting will take place online at 7:30pm on Tuesday 8 June 2021.
Introducing our brand-new Community Fund scheme
Introducing our brand-new Community Fund scheme
12 April 2021
The Co-op Community Fund allows us to support local causes and projects which really tie-in with our core values
Easter campaign surpasses target and raises £12,000 for Channel Island charities
Easter campaign surpasses target and raises £12,000 for…
31 March 2021
Thank you to everyone who supported our Easter donation campaign; your contribution will make a real difference
Travelmaker Closure
Travelmaker Closure
01 February 2021
A statement regarding the closure of our Travel business
Statement on Co-operative Travelmaker
Statement on Co-operative Travelmaker
21 December 2020
A statement by Mark Cox, chief executive of The Channel Islands Co-operative Society on Co-operative Travelmaker.
Co-op launches new Christmas in a Box initiative to bring festive cheer to vulnerable Islanders
Co-op launches new Christmas in a Box initiative to bri…
18 December 2020
The Co-op has launched a new Christmas in a Box campaign to bring some festive sparkle to Islanders in need.
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society’s Shared Lunch campaign donates more than £7,500 to two CI charities
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society’s Shared Lunch…
24 November 2020
Over £7,500 has been donated to two local food charities in the Channel Islands thanks to our Shared Lunch campaign
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society launches online food delivery service
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society launches onlin…
16 November 2020
The Channel Islands Co-operative is to become the first local retailer to offer a pan-island delivery service.
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society donates more than £24,000 to environmental projects across the Bailiwicks
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society donates more t…
04 November 2020
The Society’s most popular Eco fund intake to date.
Your Society launches first Channel Island's supermarket refill produce station
Your Society launches first Channel Island's supermarke…
28 July 2020
You can now buy a range of cupboard staples without the plastic from our Grand Marché St Helier.
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society has appointed a new chief executive officer
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society has appointed …
10 July 2020
Your Society have appointed a new CEO.
Two international business leaders join your Society's board
Two international business leaders join your Society's …
29 June 2020
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society is delighted to announce the appointment of two new board directors.
Your Society hold virtual Annual Meeting of Members for the first time in 100-year history
Your Society hold virtual Annual Meeting of Members for…
04 June 2020
For the first time in its 100-year history, your Society held a virtual Annual Meeting.
The Co-op and ‘What’s in your pocket, Peg’ author collaborate to raise money for four local charities
The Co-op and ‘What’s in your pocket, Peg’ author colla…
31 May 2020
‘What’s in your pocket, Peg?’, will be stocked in Grand Marché St Helier and Grand Marché St Peter.
An update from our acting CEO Mark Cox
An update from our acting CEO Mark Cox
20 March 2020
As the Channel Island’s leading community retailer, we want to assure everyone that we are trying our best.
An open letter to Environment Minister John Young: Thousands has been donated through the Co-op’s Eco fund
An open letter to Environment Minister John Young: Thou…
05 March 2020
We have responded to comments made by the Environment Minister on BBC Radio Jersey on Friday 28 February.
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society are reviewing their Medical Care business
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society are reviewing …
12 February 2020
Your Society is reviewing their medical care business and have entered a consultation period.
Your Society has been recognised for its ‘pioneering efforts’ by the Jersey Good Business Charter
Your Society has been recognised for its ‘pioneering ef…
23 January 2020
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society has been recognised as a leader in the field of business.
Help us plant 100 trees and shrubs and make a lasting impact on our local environment
Help us plant 100 trees and shrubs and make a lasting i…
03 January 2020
Your Society are looking for volunteers to help plant 100 trees and shrubs
Eco-friendly Mootilda cups to raise money for vulnerable islanders
Eco-friendly Mootilda cups to raise money for vulnerabl…
09 December 2019
Rotary Club de la Manche launches eco-friendly Mootilda cups in stores to raise money for vulnerable islanders
The Co-op's Christmas Wish Tree is launched in Grand Marché St Peter and  Grand Marché St Helier
The Co-op's Christmas Wish Tree is launched in Grand Ma…
25 November 2019
Support vulnerable islanders this Christmas by donating a gift to the Society’s Christmas Wish campaign
Co-op becomes the first Jersey Supermarket to offer EV charging
Co-op becomes the first Jersey Supermarket to offer EV …
25 November 2019
Islanders can now shop while they charge as Co-op becomes the first supermarket in Jersey to install EV chargers
Islanders able to access a free diabetes screening in Jersey
Islanders able to access a free diabetes screening in J…
04 November 2019
Islanders are able to access a free diabetes screening from two Pharmacy Locales in Jersey
Co-operative Medical Care recognised by national body for providing ‘gold standard’ support in end of life care
Co-operative Medical Care recognised by national body f…
04 October 2019
Co-op Medical Care becomes Jersey's first medical practice to be recognised by a national body for end of life care
Co-op donates more than £11,000 to environmental projects
Co-op donates more than £11,000 to environmental projec…
23 September 2019
Co-op donates more than £5,000 to environmental projects in Jersey
New President of the Board of Directors
New President of the Board of Directors
03 September 2019
Guernsey Director Paula Williams has been elected as the new president by our Board of Directors.
Winning designs from our Fairtrade bag competition are now in stores
Winning designs from our Fairtrade bag competition are …
02 September 2019
Young islanders design our new plastic-free shopper bags highlighting the importance of Fairtrade
Society works with local students to create Pride mural
Society works with local students to create Pride mural…
12 July 2019
Students from Le Rocquier and a local artist have redesigned outdoor space at Grand Marché St Helier for C.I Pride
Co-op among first Jersey retailers to offer digital identification app
Co-op among first Jersey retailers to offer digital ide…
08 July 2019
We're one of the first retailers in the Channel Islands to accept the Yoti app.
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society donates £1,500 to the GSPCA’s Save Our Seals campaign
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society donates £1,500…
17 June 2019
The Society helped rescued seal pups get back to the wild by donating £1,500 to the GSPCA’s Save Our Seals campaign
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society donate £1,000 to a local charity which supports those in need
The Channel Islands Co-operative Society donate £1,000 …
11 June 2019
The Co-op donate £1,000 to meals on wheels, a local charity which supports those in need.
Co-op donates more than £17,900 to good causes
Co-op donates more than £17,900 to good causes
24 May 2019
More than £9,000 donated to good causes in Jersey.
Co-op receives a nomination in the Jersey Style Awards 2019
Co-op receives a nomination in the Jersey Style Awards …
17 May 2019
We've been nominated in the Corporate Philanthropy category for our work in the community.
Winner of The Channel Islands Co-operative Society’s ice cream competition is chosen
Winner of The Channel Islands Co-operative Society’s ic…
10 May 2019
AN Islander will have her own flavour of ice cream sold in Co-op stores across Jersey this summer