The SolidFund Network explains how worker co-ops are coming together to grow the movement. “You probably know Unicorn is a workers’ co-op, but did you know that many of its members are part of a bigger network of worker owners and supporters? It’s called the Worker Co-op Solidarity Fund – or Solidfund, for short. Solidfund… Read More »
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Farewell to Mijke
A long-time and much missed co-op member reflects on her time at Unicorn… “At the end of February, I left Unicorn after nine years of working here. It was probably the hardest decision I have ever made. It certainly took me forever. For three years I had been in a long-distance relationship, which felt like… Read More »
Unicorn’s 1% Fund – Spotlight: AdFree Cities
Imagine a city free from corporate advertising. The AdFree Cities Network share their vision… Did you notice anything different about billboards during the lockdowns? Usually paper-and-paste billboards and bus shelter adverts are changed every couple of weeks, and we get new ads on our high streets pushing Tesco, KFC, Coca-Cola, big cars and fast fashion.… Read More »
veg news 23rd march
We’re gearing up for a very busy one next week as we prepare to close the shop for 2 weeks from Easter Sunday. We’ve never done this before and while the thought of a new shop is super exciting, we’re a little nervous too… we’re expecting high demand in the days before closing and we… Read More »
Veg News 16th March
The new Dutch glasshouse season gets underway this week with the arrival of cucumbers from Zann in Rotterdam. As spring progresses we’ll see more and more produce out of Holland – they have huge glasshouse capacity for ratatouille crops such as aubergines and peppers, as well as tomatoes and salads too. Besides bringing the supply… Read More »
veg news 9th March
We’re incredibly lucky to be able to look to some of our local suppliers in the North West this week for leafy salad greens to add a sparkle to your plate. The milder weather and sudden burst of sunshine has spurred on some produce that might otherwise still be on the limited side. Salad leaves… Read More »
