Policy Labs and Policy Prototypes 2024
Cooperative Values-Driven AI
NEW - Launched October 2024!
ViewWelcome to the fastest growing cross-party 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.
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.
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UK #devolution plan, with community right to buy and more power for mayors, welcomed by some - but others fear 'mega councils' with less power for local people
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Thank you to our chair @jimrobbins for chairing this excellent session!
Huge thanks to @aglaird from @MutualVentures & Rob Gregory at @WiganCouncil who co-led this innovative Policy Lab.
Read the Guidance Framework here:
We are determined to shift power out of Westminster to Mayors, Councils and the communities they serve.
Read our English Devolution White Paper as we outline the case for change, how we will achieve it, and the benefits to communities and economies across the country.…
Join us for a Member event: coop values-driven AI on 17 December
Led by @WiganCouncil & supported by @MutualVentures
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Yesterday, Greater Manchester approved free travel passes up until the age of 25 for young people who have experienced care.
Through devolution, important progressive steps continue to be made.
Thank you to all the Co-ops, Councillors, Council officers, & others who came to the "Co-ops & the Council" event 💚
There was some great discussions & suggestions made in areas like:
- Housing 🏘
- Energy ⚡️
- Food 🍛
We'll be collating the responses for a report soon ✊️
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