This paper considers issues of governance in democratic member-based organisations (DMOs), such as co-operatives and mutual societies. It examines the processes whereby members’ interests are mediated through the democratic process, and the board; and it explores some of the factors influencing...

The present work has introduced the social balance concept in relation to recent and current practices. The different uses of social balance have been examined. Some British experiences have been reviewed, in particular the work of the British leader in this field, New Economics Foundation, as...