Community Shop

A social supermarket that supports people in need by providing affordable food and reducing food waste.

CCI Score

64.82

-0.03% April 18

Latest Event

Community Shop Advocates for Transformative Food Aid Policy

Community Shop, through its Executive Chairman Gary Stott, released a white paper calling on the government to address the root causes of food insecurity by moving away from emergency food parcels and embracing more sustainable, dignified food aid solutions.

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LEADER

Community Shop is currently rated as a Leader.

+45 to +100 CCI Score

Companies in this range actively lead the fight against authoritarianism by rejecting oppressive practices and championing democratic values. They implement robust policies, engage in transparent governance, and drive initiatives that set the standard for corporate responsibility.

Latest Events

OCT

22

2024

Community Shop Advocates for Transformative Food Aid Policy
76.18

Community Shop, through its Executive Chairman Gary Stott, released a white paper calling on the government to address the root causes of food insecurity by moving away from emergency food parcels and embracing more sustainable, dignified food aid solutions.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

March 29

Community Shop's proactive call for comprehensive reform in food aid policy demonstrates a commitment to addressing systemic inequality and supporting marginalized communities. By urging the government to replace short-term fixes with sustainable solutions, the company aligns with anti-authoritarian and socially progressive values.

Community Shop calls on Government to tackle food insecurity crisis
OCT

22

2024

Community Shop Advocates for Comprehensive Food Security Policy
66.66

Community Shop, the UK’s first social supermarket chain, unveiled a white paper titled 'Food and Beveridge report: the future of food aid in the UK'. The report calls on the government to adopt a holistic, person-centered strategy to tackle food insecurity at its roots, reduce reliance on emergency food parcels, and shift food policies to focus on outcomes rather than process.
+70

Public and Political Behavior

March 29

Community Shop's release of a white paper urging the government to reform food aid policies reflects a strong commitment to progressive social change. This public political behavior challenges systemic reliance on short-term solutions for food insecurity and advocates for policies that prioritize long-term, equitable outcomes, aligning with anti-authoritarian and welfare state principles.

Community Shop calls on Government to tackle food insecurity crisis
FEB

07

2024

Launch of 'On the Go' Initiative by Community Shop
51.62

Community Shop, in partnership with Ocado Retail and with funding support from Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council, launched the 'On the Go' mobile initiative to combat food waste and provide affordable, high-quality food and household products to families in need while offering food education services.
+40

Public and Political Behavior

March 29

The initiative demonstrates a commitment to bolstering community resilience by improving food access and education, thereby supporting marginalized communities. This public and community-focused behavior aligns with progressive, anti-authoritarian values.

Community Shop and Ocado Retail join forces to launch new ‘On the Go’ initiative.
+80

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 29

By partnering with Ocado Retail and utilizing donated resources to create mobile shops, Community Shop reinforces ethical business practices. The initiative reduces food waste, improves access to healthy food for vulnerable groups, and offers food education, all of which contribute to a socially responsible and sustainable business model.

Community Shop and Ocado Retail join forces to launch new ‘On the Go’ initiative.