EO Sector

A UK management publication for leaders of employee-owned businesses—delivering independent news, analysis, and expert insight on leadership, governance, culture, growth, and organisational transformation.

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Jan 21, 2026

An assessment of the UK Employee Ownership Growth Strategy

Ambition, evidence, and the gap between advocacy and delivery

Dec 4, 2025

The Future of EOTs: Why Evidence Now Matters More Than Ever

Reform, reliefs, and why the next chapter of employee ownership will be written in evidence

Nov 30, 2025

The E in EO is employee.

Image: The 19th-century Welsh textile manufacturer Robert Owen, widely considered the father of the worker cooperative, envisioned the creation of large-scale cooperative settlements, like the one pictured above. (Source: Wikipedia)

Nov 29, 2025

EOTs Are for Genuine Employee Ownership—Not Zero-CGT Arbitrage

Government reforms refocus EOTs on genuine succession, not tax-driven deals.

Nov 25, 2025

Electrical and mechanical engineering firm moves to employee ownership

In a move that secures Darke & Taylor's independence and long-term future, the company saw in employee ownership the best way recognise the hard work that its staff put into the business and ensure they benefit directly from the growth that they are driving.

Nov 25, 2025

From Crisis to Conversation: Why UK Businesses Must Get Succession Ready Now

Securing the future of UK business continuity through intentional, long-term action.

Nov 15, 2025

Advanced Plastics founders recognize employees contribution with transition to Employee Ownership

The UK-based injection molder said the initiative will cement its legacy and protect its values.

Nov 13, 2025

Why Employee Ownership Works and Why Ireland Should Help It Thrive

John Baumback, Group CEO at Seetec Group, one of the UK and Ireland’s largest employee-owned public service providers calls for modernisation of Ireland’s EOT framework.