The Fawcett Society and 54 other organisations are advocating for the creation of a Secretary of State for Women and Girls to address the unique challenges faced by women and girls in the UK. This Cabinet-level role is deemed essential for implementing effective policies on poverty, abuse, and access to services. Read more
The fact that the UK has slipped down the international league tables in terms of achieving gender equality should act as a big wake-up call for government. Read more
31 OCTOBER 2019: We have to confront the fact that our toxic politics is driving good women MPs away. In 2019 it is still a hostile environment for women. Read more
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28 MAY 2019: Jess Phillips’ recent experiences have highlighted how it is time for governments and political parties to commit to the urgent need for comprehensive change to electoral laws. Read more
22 MAY 2019: Following a petition with 90,000 signatures and rising, the organisation has published an open letter with signatories to the Prime Minister which urges her to act to end the abuse of women in politics and public life. Read more
26 FEBRUARY 2019: Fawcett research, released with global law firm Hogan Lovells today, reveals MPs, Peers, volunteers and staff are woefully unprotected if they are sexually harassed in Parliament. Read more
22 JANUARY: This change is long overdue and a basic requirement of a modern parliamentary democracy. Read more
14 DECEMBER 2018: Despite all the great celebrations and activity this year, to date it adds up to a missed opportunity to effect lasting change. Read more
2 NOVEMBER 2018: The most comprehensive study of its kind, published today by the Fawcett Society, finds that women face obstacles at every stage on the way to Parliament. Read more
18 JULY 2018: Over 500 women attended Fawcett and 50:50 Parliament ‘Courage Calls: Ask Her to Stand’ event for women interested in a career in politics. Read more
23 APRIL 18: Our new Sex and Power Index reveals that positions of power in every sector of our society are dominated by men. Read more
8 FEBRUARY 2018: We expect to see robust sanctions enforced, including the suspension or expulsion of MPs and Peers if they are found to have engaged in sexual misconduct or harassment. Read more
06 FEBRUARY 2018: Although today marks 100 years since the first women won the vote, less than half of young women think equal representation in Parliament will be achieved in their lifetime. Read more
1 FEBRUARY 2018: This change will be transformational for MPs and for parliament. Read more
17 JANUARY 2018: Systems and culture have to change. Unless they do, we risk the 2018 centenary being a missed opportunity. Read more
10 JANUARY 2018: We welcome more women and minority ethnic MPs promoted into government, but the leading party still has a long way to go. Read more
30 OCTOBER 2017: Sexual harassment has been normalised and tolerated in our workplaces and on our streets for far too long. Read more
5 SEPTEMBER 2017: Our new pamphlet makes the case for a change to the law to allow two people to share the job of an MP. Read more
09 JUNE 2017: At current rates of progress, Britain will not see equal representation in Parliament until 2062. Read more
15 MAY 2017: Our analysis has found that women’s representation in Parliament will flatline in the general election next month. Read more
09 MAY 2017: Fawcett analysis finds that a ‘missing eight million’ women say they aren’t necessarily going to vote in the 2017 general election. Read more
8 MARCH 2017: The Chancellor of the Exchequer gave his Spring Budget to Parliament on 8 March 2017. Read more
10 JANUARY 2017: Today, the House of Commons Women and Equalities Committee published a report on ‘Women in the House of Commons after the 2020 election’ which incorporates research from the Fawcett Society Read more