Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 12hToday, we’ve confirmed our first Labour & Co-operative candidates for the 2027 local elections. As our electoral pact with Labour turns 100, they’ll champion shared ownership, stronger communities and more power for people to shape the future of the places they call home. 112
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Thursday: our report showed doubling the co‑op sector could take 150+ years. Friday: £10 million for co‑operative development. This week: the Prime Minister said the UK gave "the co‑operative movement to the world". @rosemarley.bsky.social on a week of momentum for co‑ops: buff.ly/s5MKwBE 133
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPLabourList @labourlist.bsky.social · 02/10/2026🔴 Process announced for appointing next Co-Operative Party General Secretary 🟣 Read now 👇 labourlist.org/2026/10/proc...labourlist.orgProcess announced for appointing next Co-Operative Party General Secretary – LabourListThe Co-Operative Party have opened the process to begin their search for its next General Secretary. This comes following the outgoing General Secretary Joe Fortune… 001
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 02/10/2026We’re stronger when we own things together. Our first Labour & Co-operative Prime Minister Andy Burnham writes for Metro on putting power back in people’s hands. Co-operative ownership gives workers, customers and communities a real stake and a real say. 143
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPOldham Times @oldhamtimes.bsky.social · 29/09/2026MP speaks out after controversial 7-bed HMO plans for former chippy blockeddlvr.itMP speaks out after controversial 7-bed HMO plans for former chippy blockedAn MP has spoken out on plans to convert a closed-down chippy into a seven-bedroom HMO in Chadderton 001
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPMirror Politics @politics.mirror.co.uk · 29/09/2026Angela Rayner won an emotional standing ovation today as she returned to the limelight on the main stage at Labour's annual conference.mirror.co.ukRayner wins standing ovation as she returns to limelight at Labour conference 011
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 30/09/2026A big job in British politics at an important moment… could you be the next @coopparty.party.coop General Secretary? 022
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 29/09/2026We’re stronger when we own things together. Angela Rayner MP on Labour’s commitment to our co-operative movement, and putting more power and ownership in the hands of workers, customers and communities. 031
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 30/09/2026He was also one of the nicest people you could have met. My thoughts are with Susan, Alison and his wider family and friends. (3/3) 010
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 30/09/2026He served as a cabinet member covering housing and communities, he always rallied for community power and involvement in everything he did. From being a former firefighter, to working for the late Michael Meacher too, his life was centred on public service. (2/3) 110
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 30/09/2026I'm deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Peter Dean. He served the borough as a councillor for decades & I had the privilege of working closely with him when we were councillors in Failsworth, doing good things including the refurbishment of Failsworth Pole Gardens & many other projects. (1/3) 110
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 27/09/2026Imagine if your high street was filled with businesses owned directly by the people who work, shop and live there. Now, we’re helping make that a reality. Chair of the Co-operative Party Jim McMahon MP shares how we’re doing it with a £10m Co-operative Development Fund. 085
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 27/09/2026What would it take to double the size of the co-operative and mutual sector? At our first conference fringe, we explored how businesses owned by their members can help build a stronger economy, and what needs to happen next. 053
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 27/09/2026What makes Alex Norris MP proud to be a Labour AND Co-operative MP? 🌹🐝 Come visit us at Stall A8 to how your Co-operative Party pride. 022
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPMirror Politics @politics.mirror.co.uk · 25/09/2026More community-owned businesses will be set up across England through a new £10million fund to help local people shape their high streets.mirror.co.ukBoost to high streets with new £10million community-owned business fund 131
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 26/09/2026🐝 We’ve been pushing for more power and ownership to be put directly into the hands of communities. Now it’s happening. Our Interim General Secretary Caitlin Prowle speaks to the Mirror about plans to back community ownership and grow co-op businesses. www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...mirror.co.ukBoost to high streets with new £10million community-owned business fundEXCLUSIVE: Announced by Communities Secretary Angela Rayner, the fund will help boost organisations that are owned and run by the staff, customers and the communities who use them 062
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operatives UK @cooperativesuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Co‑operatives deliver good growth – and we can prove it. Our Co‑operative and Mutual Economy 2026 report is out. Co‑ops are: 📈 more than 2x as likely to survive five years 💷 4x more likely to pay the real Living Wage 📍 more likely to be based outside London and the South East 👉 www.uk.coop/economy 0810
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 25/09/2026🚨 NEW: The government has announced a £10 million fund to support co-ops and back high streets. The new funding will help local leaders establish co-operative businesses owned by workers and communities, giving local people a real long-term stake in their high streets. 064
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 18/09/2026Fantastic for @fortunejf.bsky.social and for the @coopparty.party.coop as we go into our centenary year with the Labour Party - he’s been an inspiring General Secretary for the Co-op Party and will go on to be with Labour too 020
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPLabourList @labourlist.bsky.social · 17/09/2026🔴 NEW: Joe Fortune elected by NEC as Labour’s new general secretary More to follow 👇 labourlist.org/2026/09/joe-...labourlist.orgJoe Fortune elected by NEC as Labour’s new general secretary – LabourListJoe Fortune has been elected as Labour's new general secretary, LabourList can confirm. Fortune, the general secretary of the Co-operative Party, was the only candidate… 122
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 17/09/2026Pride in Place puts money and decisions into neighbourhoods. Join our Labour Conference fringe to hear what communities can own as part of it, with Jim McMahon MP, Independent Commission on Neighbourhoods, Helena Dollimore and Cait Prowle. Mon 28 Sept, 3pm, Event Space 3 112
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPOldham Times @oldhamtimes.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Government announces plans to roll out hub supporting young people in Oldhamdlvr.itGovernment announces plans to roll out hub supporting young people in OldhamThe government has announced plans to open a hub which will look to support young people with mental health services and employment opportunities in Oldham 001
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 14/09/2026Andy Burnham wants to bring fan ownership back to the heart of sport. As reported by Sky News, the Prime Minister is looking to expand support for fan-owned sports clubs. Our latest report set out how fans and communities could have a bigger stake and say. 1104
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 07/09/2026In the North West, co-operators came together last weekend to make the case for a Community Britain: communities with more power, more ownership, and more say over the places they call home. 004
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 07/09/2026There is a huge amount of energy and ambition across our movement. Our job now is to harness it and build a Community Britain where power, opportunity and prosperity are shared more fairly. Thank you to everyone who took part today. ✊ (3/3) 030
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 07/09/2026From community ownership of important assets like pubs, sporting grounds and more, the ideas discussed today are about turning that principle into practical action. The same too across co-operative and community led housing, energy and enterprise. (2/3) 130
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 07/09/2026I was delighted to join co-operators, activists and community leaders from across the North West at the @coopparty.party.coop Community Britain conference in Manchester. (1/3) 131
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPTracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire @mayorofwy.bsky.social · 03/09/2026A stronger future relies on achieving good growth in every postcode. By working with the government and business, we'll deliver the jobs and opportunities people are crying out for. Great to welcome Dan Tomlinson to discuss how we unlock growth in West Yorkshire and beyond. 083
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPOldham Times @oldhamtimes.bsky.social · 02/09/2026Greater Manchester mayor unveils £60m pothole fund to repair roads and pavementsdlvr.itGreater Manchester mayor unveils £60m pothole fund to repair roads and pavementsA £60 million fund to tackle potholes and repair roads and pavements across Greater Manchester has been announced by Mayor Bev Craig. 041
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 27/08/2026It was great to join colleagues in No.10 North this week as we work on the next stages of devolution. For those who have longed believed the centralised and disconnected stronghold in Whitehall and Westminster has held our regions back, it’s a hugely exciting time. 0120
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 20/08/2026🥳 Congratulations to everyone receiving their GCSE and BTEC results today! The co-operative movement has a vital role to play in delivering future focused reform at every level of education – creating a system which delivers the best for children, parents and workers. 021
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPOldham Times @oldhamtimes.bsky.social · 19/08/2026The new planning rules that could help save Oldham pubs from closuredlvr.itThe new planning rules that could help save Oldham pubs from closureUpdates to planning policy that could help save pubs from closure have been welcomed in Oldham 002
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 17/08/2026Food security is national security.theguardian.comBurnham announces £65m for drought-hit farmers after Labour pressurePM steps up climate response with measures including better water access and support for building farm reservoirs 070
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 17/08/2026Our emergency services and civil contingency teams are working around the clock in very difficult circumstances. We can all play our part in keeping communities safe from harm 👇theguardian.comEmergency alert warning of wildfire risk sent to phones in England and WalesPeople urged not to light barbecues, campfires or anything else that could spark fire during period of extreme heat 053
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 10/08/2026Currently around 50,000 young people benefit from Our Pass, but it’s hoped this is increased to 200,000, a massive boost to open up opportunities, and could save families around £500 a year. More everyday impact policies like this please! (2/2) 050
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 10/08/2026I’m delighted that the first decision of the new Mayor of Greater Manchester, Bev Craig, is to extend free bus travel to all 11-18 year olds from January, significantly expanding the scheme from its current 16-18 year olds. (1/2) 192
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 06/08/2026Who actually owns the businesses and services you rely on every day? We think it should be the people who use and work in them, not shareholders chasing returns. We're welcoming new members every week, and working in government with Labour to make that real. Join us today. 🐝 104
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 03/08/2026Andy Burnham once said football clubs "belong more to their supporters than their shareholders," as chairman of Supporters Direct. Our new report calls for a Supporters Direct 2.0 to back supporter and community ownership across every sport, not just football. 1116
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPGareth Thomas MP @gareththomasmp.bsky.social · 03/08/2026Pleased to see today’s @thetimes.com cover my call for HSBC, Barclays & Santander to each invest £10m in CDFIs & credit unions. Everyone with a viable business deserves a fair chance to access finance. @thefinancelab.bsky.social, @responsiblefinance.bsky.social www.thetimes.com/article/a9b1...thetimes.comBanks urged to invest £30m into local firms as US rivals lead the wayA former business minister wants Barclays, Santander and HSBC to each provide £10 million to ‘help unlock economic opportunity in areas that need it most’ 093
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPJodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 31/07/2026Jodrell Bank has inspired discovery, advanced our understanding of the Universe and captured the imagination of people across the world. Today, its future is at risk. Your support can help ensure Jodrell Bank continues to play a vital role in science donate.manchester.ac.uk/p/jodrellbank/ 17737
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 10/08/2026Smashed it! So pleased for @bevcraig.bsky.social and all who campaigned to keep Greater Manchester Labour & @coopparty.party.coop 🌹🐝 050
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 31/07/2026It has 🎯localgov.co.ukFiscal Devolution – has stuff just got real? | LocalGovAs Andy Burnham prepares to enter Downing Street, Localis' Jonathan Werran asks whether his premiership will unlock tax-raising powers for local government. 050
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPTracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire @mayorofwy.bsky.social · 31/07/2026The biggest transfer of power from Westminster in a generation… Now that’s real devolution. 4162
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 31/07/2026A generational shift in power. These are exciting times for devolution and to finally allow all parts of England to realise their full potential 💪 050
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 29/07/2026Infantino's moves to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors threaten the beautiful game. We don't think fans should pay the price for private greed in sports. Co-sign our letter to FIFA if you agree. ✏️ party.coop/campaign/fifaparty.coopCo-sign our letter: Tell FIFA the World Cup isn’t for saleFIFA is planning to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors. Tell President Infantino now that football belongs to the fans – and the World Cup isn't for sale. 056
Reposted by Jim McMahon MPCo-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 29/07/2026The Prime Minister has launched a national conversation on social care. He has made it clear: profiteering – the extraction of profit from the people and firms that produce it – must end. In contrast, care co-operatives reinvest profit back to the carers and care they provide. 274
Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 28/07/2026Such an iconic northern landmark. I hope a solution is found.manchestereveningnews.co.ukHow Jodrell Bank scientists reached for the stars from a farmer's fieldSuddenly 'regions of the universe millions of miles beyond the present reach of man's knowledge' were within our sights 070