New programmes will help people back to work after a career break, boost skills, and close the gender pay gap.
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Monday, 28 August 2017
Sunday, 23 July 2017
The Government announces new proposals to streamline and de-medicalise the process for changing gender and launches a nationwide LGBT survey
Thursday, 29 June 2017
A letter from Justine Greening sent to MPs concerning the situation of women from Northern Ireland travelling to England for an abortion
Friday, 21 April 2017
Lord Shinkwin appointed Commissioner for the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) by Equalities Minister Justine Greening.
Friday, 21 April 2017
View gender pay gap information published by employers under new regulations
Saturday, 28 January 2017
Guidance for employers published
Thursday, 17 November 2016
The UK gender pay gap is at its lowest level ever. This government is committed to ensuring the gap is eliminated in a generation.
Friday, 02 September 2016
Government to conduct a public consultation on the issue of caste and the Equality Act 2010.
Friday, 02 September 2016
Government to conduct a public consultation on the issue of caste and the Equality Act 2010.
Thursday, 21 July 2016
Theresa May appointed Justine Greening as Minister for Women and Equalities
Thursday, 07 July 2016
The Women's Business Council, an independent body created in 2012, is to be extended and will have a new Chair.
Monday, 13 June 2016
Individuals recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List for achievements supporting equality for women and LGB&T people
Tuesday, 26 April 2016
The Secretary of State has appointed a new Chair and Scotland Commissioner to the EHRC.
Thursday, 07 January 2016
Individuals recognised in the 2016 New Year Honours List for achievements supporting equality for women and LGB&T people
Saturday, 27 June 2015
Government launches new website to tackle online abuse of women and LGB&T people.
Sunday, 17 May 2015
???Equalities Minister Caroline Dinenage marks the government’s commitment to advancing LGB&T equality.
Monday, 02 February 2015
Business mentoring for female business owners across the country.
Monday, 15 December 2014
Government Equalities Office has held its Annual National Consultation with Women, our main forum for engaging with women on gender equality.
Friday, 14 November 2014
Minister for Women and Equalities launches 'Women on boards: progress following the 2012 Corporate Governance Code'.
Thursday, 23 October 2014
New survey launched to collect views on improving the lives of women and girls in the UK.
Tuesday, 21 October 2014
Announcing a new webpage setting out the resources, advice and funding available for women looking to start or grow their businesses.
Wednesday, 15 October 2014
Revised regulations set out the process for the conversion of civil partnerships into marriages, giving couples more choice.
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