Supporting equality for all

Together with our customers, colleagues and partners, we have a shared vision of equality. One where we will always champion inclusion and diversity.

Equality, inclusion and diversity

We've always believed in equality and inclusion for all. And that everyone has, and deserves, an equal place in society. That’s why we have an inclusive working culture, we support our local communities and we campaign for meaningful, societal change.

Making society better for all

  • Our co-operative values have always driven us to make society better for everyone, regardless of sexuality, race, gender or ability.

  • Our vision of equality is shared with our customers, colleagues and partners, and guided by our unique, customer-led Ethical Policy. Our customers tell us what matters to them, and we take action on it. That means they decide what causes we support and who we do and don’t provide banking services to.

  • When our customers say they want us to stand up for human rights and equality, we will. That’s why we refuse banking services to organisations that advocate discrimination or incite hatred.

Learn more about our values and ethics.

Proud to support Pride

We’re incredibly proud to be part of Pride celebrations festivals throughout the UK, and especially in our hometown of Manchester, where we’ve sponsored the Manchester Pride Festival since 2016.

Our support for Manchester Pride is led by our LGBTQ+ colleague inclusion group, Proud Together. Along with our colleagues and partners, we’re driven to send a message to Manchester and beyond that we will continue to campaign for greater equality and inclusion for all. We’re proud to celebrate LGBTQ+ life and to contribute to the creation of equal opportunities for everyone in our communities.

Find out more about Manchester Pride.

WIN Manchester Pride Weekend Tickets (competition closed)

Want to experience the magic of Manchester Pride with a friend? We're giving away two general admission weekend tickets to this year's incredible Manchester Pride Festival.

To enter, head to our Instagram page and follow the entry instructions. Good luck!

Summary

UK (excluding NI). 18+ only. 14/08/2024 – 18/08/2024. Entry via Instagram ONLY. For Instagram only, make sure to follow @thecooperativebank and @manchesterpride accounts, share the promotional post and tag a friend in the comments section that you would take with you⁠. No purchase necessary. Prize: 2x general admission weekend tickets to Manchester Pride Festival 2024.

Full Terms and conditions

  1. The competition closes at 23:59 GMT on 18th August 2024. Entries received after this date will not be accepted.
  2. The competition is open to UK residents only and entrants must be aged 18 or over, excluding employees of the Promoter, their families (defined as parents, children, siblings, spouse and life partners), its agents and anyone professionally associated with this promotion.
  3. To enter, for Instagram only, entrants must follow the @thecooperativebank and @manchesterpride Instagram accounts, share the promotional post and tag a friend in the comments section.
  4. There is one winner of the prize. The winner will receive 2x general admission weekend tickets to Manchester Pride Festival 2024.
  5. The winner will be contacted on Instagram through direct or private message from the verified @thecooperativebank Instagram account no later than 5pm on 19th August 2024. To claim the prize, the winner will need to reply to the message with their contact details. If the winner does not claim the prize within 24 hours, a new winner will be chosen at random.
  6. We reserve the right to substitute or change the prizes for a prize of an equivalent or greater value if circumstances beyond our control make it necessary to do so and there will be no cash alternative.
  7. The tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable, cannot be exchanged, and are not for resale. The prize does not include travel to and from Manchester Pride Festival, food and drink, accommodation, and travel insurance. Valid ID and additional entry requirements of the ticket issuer, event organiser or other third party may be required before you are allowed entry to the event, and you may be refused entry if you do not provide suitable photographic ID (such as passport or driving license). Use of tickets may be subject to additional terms and conditions of the ticket issuer, event organiser or other third party.
  8. The winner will be chosen at random from all valid entries received. The judge’s decision is final. No correspondence will be entered into.
  9. By entering the promotion, each entrant agrees and consents to the processing of their personal data by The Co-operative Bank (or a third party acting on The Co-operative Bank’s behalf) for the purposes of the administration and operation of the promotion.
  10. The Co-operative Bank reserves the right to feature names and locations of winners in future posts.
  11. Only one entry per person allowed. Third party or multiple entries will not be allowed and will be discarded. The Co-operative Bank reserves the right to disqualify multiple entries made by the same person or any entries it suspects have been made fraudulently or through the use of bots or other computer software.
  12. No responsibility can be taken for entries which are lost, delayed, corrupted, damaged, misdirected or incomplete or which cannot be delivered for any technical, delivery or other reason. Proof of sending will not be accepted as proof of receipt. The Promoter does not guarantee continuous or secure access to Instagram or Facebook.
  13. Entry into the competition is deemed as acceptance of these rules.
  14. Nothing in these terms and conditions restricts your statutory rights as a consumer.
  15. The Promoter of this competition is The Co-operative Bank p.l.c., 1 Balloon Street, Manchester M4 4BE. Registered in England and Wales No. 990937. The Co-operative Bank p.l.c. is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority (No. 121885).
  16. The Promoter together with any associated agencies and companies will not be liable for any loss (including, without limitation, indirect, special or consequential loss or loss of profits), expense or damage which is suffered or sustained (whether or not arising from any person’s negligence) in connection with this Promotion or accepting or using the Prize, except for any liability which cannot be excluded by law. Nothing will exclude the Promoter’s liability for death or personal injury as a result of its negligence.
  17. The Promoter may refuse to award a Prize in the event of any entrant’s fraud, dishonesty, breach or non-entitlement under these terms and conditions or seek recovery of its value if the Prize has been awarded.
  18. We reserve the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time. Revised terms and conditions will be available on The Co-operative Bank website here: https://www.co-operativebank.co.uk/values-and-ethics/community/pride/ - it is your responsibility to keep up to date with any such changes.
  19. The promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Instagram, Meta or any mentioned brands.

Our inclusive working culture

We’re passionate about our commitment to inclusion and diversity. This is championed by our five colleague networks, embracing inclusivity, celebrating our differences, and offering information and support.

  • Access: Supporting colleagues with disabilities, long-term health conditions, mental health conditions and caring responsibilities.
  • Elevate: Our gender inclusion network, championing gender equality and supporting women in the workplace to aid their wellbeing and career progression.
  • Futures: Our early career network, recognising the challenges people can face at the start of their career and nurturing and developing young talent.
  • Proud Together: Representing and celebrating LGBTQ+ colleagues and their allies across the Bank, offering support and information and leading on our Pride festivals.
  • Reach: Celebrating race, ethnicity and cultural heritage, supporting a truly diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

Join the Bank you can hold to account

Did you know that your choice of bank has the power to make a positive difference?

By joining the original ethical bank, you’re choosing a bank that does not invest in unethical practices like funding oppressive regimes, unethical labour practices or extracting planet-damaging fossil fuels.

Instead, you’ll be part of a bank that campaigns for change, and promotes human rights and a fairer society for all.

Current accounts

We have a range of current accounts, whatever you’re looking for – whether it’s our basic Cashminder account, our standard no-fee Current Account, or our packaged Everyday Extra account for people looking for more.

Credit cards

We have a range of credit cards to suit your needs. They offer you a way to make flexible payments, all with the UK’s original ethical bank.

Mortgages

We have a range of mortgage products available, so you can find the right fit for you – whether you’re thinking of applying for your first mortgage, or looking to switch to us.

Join the conversation

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