Co-op restates its commitment to British with a dedicated section online

20 March 2024

Co-op launches dedicated “Best of British” section across its online delivery website to further demonstrate their commitment to British sourcing.

The leading convenience retailer – a major, long term supporter of British farmers, growers and local suppliers – has added the new British section on its same-day delivery website (shop.coop.co.uk) to offer a convenient and easy way for their member owners and shoppers to browse and order a wide range of quality British-sourced products.

Co-op’s new “Best of British” section aims to champion the best British-produced foods available online including the 100% British beef, pork and chicken ranges, fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, milk and cheese lines.

Adele Balmforth, Propositions Director, Co-op said: “As a member-owned organisation, we know food provenance really matters to our member owners, and we continue our longstanding support for British farmers, growers and local suppliers, championing home-grown produce, protein and products. The new Best of British pages on our online platform, make it easier and quicker for our customers to buy British, which means we support local livelihoods and give our customers what they want.”

Steve Barclay, Secretary of State for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs, said: “UK farmers produce exceptional food to world-class standards. It’s great to see British supermarkets like Co-op celebrating homegrown and reared produce by making it easier for customers to back our farmers and choose British food.”

Orders to Co-op’s online delivery platform is picked fresh in local stores and delivered quickly and conveniently in the community.

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About Co-op:
Co-op is one of the world’s largest consumer co-operatives with interests across food, funerals, insurance and legal services. Owned by millions of UK consumers, the Co-op operates around 2,400 food stores, over 800 funeral homes and provides products to over 5,000 other stores, including those run by independent co-operative societies and through its wholesale business, Nisa Retail Limited. Employing almost 60,000 people, the Co-op has an annual turnover of over £11billion and is a recognised leader for its social goals and community-led programmes. The Co-op exists to meet members’ needs and stand up for the things they believe in.

For further information, contact:

Lauren Chambers
Co-op Press Office
M: 07595567282
E: Lauren.chambers@coop.co.uk / pressoffice@coop.co.uk