The Co-operative Enterprise Hub can provide up to four days of free practical support for people around running a co-operative.

They can cover a range of activities including;

• planning
• governance
• financial planning
• operational reviews
• legal structures
• Start up

They suggest you talk to them informally first - contact details are on the website

www.socialenterpriseeurope.co.uk/services/consultancy/co-operative-enterprise-hub-support/