Central Co-op members in Mansfield and Ashfield to receive share of more than £654,000 in latest ‘Share of the Profits’ payout

The money is a reward for their loyalty, along with personalised vouchers for members to access even more savings on their festive shopping.

This brings the total of profits shared with members in 2022 to almost £1.2 million.

Twice a year, Central Co-op pays a dividend to eligible society members based on how much they have shopped in stores in the previous six months.

It says its members’ support allows it to invest funds into important community projects through its community dividend fund, which supports hundreds of local good causes each year.

Rajesh Gupta, Central o-op chief member and customer officer, said: “With the cost-of-living crisis affecting all of our communities, we’re pleased to provide a reward for member loyalty that should ease the burden a little.

“Membership is at the heart of the society and we wouldn’t be where we are without each and every member, so we’re pleased to be able to give back.”

Other members’ benefits include exclusive events and classes, deals and offers, and a say in how the society is run – see membership.centralengland.coop

As the cost-of-living crisis tightens its grip on communities, Central Co-op said it has also recently cut prices on more than 50 everyday essential products in its stores to support its members.

Cebntral Co-op stores include: Mansfield Road, Skegby; Huthwaite Road, Sutton; Chapel Street, Kirkby; Skegby Road, Kirkby; Selston Road, Jacksdale; and Mansfield Road, Market Warsop.