We are delighted to be shortlisted in the Co-op of the Year category at the UK Social Enterprise Awards 2026. 

Produced by Social Enterprise UK and Co-operatives UK, the awards celebrate the leading lights in our sector, showcasing diversity and impact across 15 categories.

Social enterprises are businesses that trade for a social or environmental purpose and reinvest at least half their profits to further that mission. There are more than 100,000 social enterprises in the UK, employing 2.3 million people, and we’re delighted to be recognised as one of the best in this pioneering business movement.

Commenting on being a UK Social Enterprise Awards finalist, Mark Cox, CEO of Channel Islands Cooperative Society said: "We are incredibly proud to have been shortlisted for Co-op of the Year. As a business owned by our members, this recognition belongs to our colleagues, members, local producers, partners and communities across Jersey and Guernsey who support us every day. Being a co-operative means putting people, community and shared value at the centre of every decision we make. From returning value to members and supporting local causes, to investing in innovation and sustainability for the future, our focus has always been on creating long-term benefits for our islands. To be recognised alongside so many inspiring co-operatives from across the UK is a tremendous honour, and we are delighted to be representing the Channel Islands on a national stage."

We’ll join other finalists and VIP guests at a prestigious awards ceremony at the New Century Hall in Manchester on 12th November, when the winners will be revealed.