Cooperatives and Mutual Societies: Public Appointments
2026-06-18 · Treasury · 11369 · Official question
Question
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, with reference to her Department's press release entitled New champion to be appointed for Britain's mutuals and co-operatives, published on 12 June 2026, what responsibilities the proposed champion will have.
Answer
The Government recognises the contribution mutuals and co-operatives make to local communities, to a diverse business sector and a resilient UK economy. In line with the manifesto commitment to double the size of the mutual and co-operative sectors, HM Tr...