Jersey members back 2% Coop dividend
Ahead of the annual meeting, CEO Mark Cox said 2024 had been a year of "real progress"."We've returned to surplus, welcomed new members, and made impactful investments," he said."Our investment in engaging with members has shaped a more positive future.It comes as the Coop continues to experience supply chain issues, following a cyber-attack which has led to empty shelves across the island.
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