STIR

STIR is a quarterly magazine that promotes new economic alternatives, exploring where the social economy, the commons and civic society come together. We feature original illustrations, long-form interviews, and in-depth articles that move beyond traditional political commentary to explore the inspiring and viable alternatives that present a serious challenge to the current political crisis.

How public-common partnerships can unlock community energy democracy — Nick Pearce
The Populist Moment — interview with Anton Jäger
Swinging for the Fences: Obran’s Ambition to be the Largest Co-operative in the World — Jay Standish
People and Place: supporting community innovation — Naomi Rubbra and Ellie Davies, Footwork
Harvesting the lessons from ‘Meanwhile in Oxfordshire…’ — Hannah Pye and Andy Edwards, Makespace
Excerpt: If We Burn (Headline Publishing Group) — Vincent Bevins
Power up: Building the community energy movement — Marianne Brown
Review: Peter Mair’s Ruling the Void — Jonny Gordon-Farleigh
Excerpt: The Value of a Whale (Manchester University Press) — Adrienne Buller
Building societies on the brink of becoming banks, rather than remaining as safe as houses? — Mikael Armstrong on behalf of the Campaign to Give Nationwide Members a Say on the Purchase of Virgin Money
ABCs Festival Programme (10-11 July) — See inside for the full festival programme of panels, workshops & evening entertainment!