The United Nations has designated 2012 the International Year of Co-operatives. It is a unique opportunity to highlight the contribution of co-operatives around the world.

There are 1.4 million co-operatives worldwide working in sectors such as farming to football, housing and healthcare

There are 1 billion people who are members of co-operatives worldwide, with 3 billion people securing their livelihood through co-operatives.

For more information visit www.uk.coop/2012