Data released today by the Fawcett Society shows that just 34% of the 4,980 councillors elected in May were women. This means that, at this rate of change, we won’t see gender parity in local councils until 2077 – over 50 years away. Read more
Fawcett’s new literature review shows Women of Colour face inequalities at all stages of their life which damages their pay and progression. Read more
Research carried out by Survation for six women’s organisations highlights the overwhelming support from young people (aged 18-30) for the Government to invest in social infrastructure. Read more
The Fawcett Society and Lifting Limits lead a joint letter to the Secretary of State for Education calling for early intervention on gender stereotypes and violence against women and girls. Read more
Fawcett Society responds to the Queen's Speech in parliament on 11 May 2021. Read more
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Fawcett Society has launched a joint statement with leading equality charities, campaigners and business groups to call for the reinstatement of enforcement on large employers to report their gender pay gap. Read more
The Fawcett Society has today sent a letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson, asking him to implement the key recommendations included in the Women and Equalities Select Committee report. Read more
New polling highlights the impact of the pandemic on low income families. Read more
New data analysis shows the financial pressures facing families over the Christmas period with a majority of single parents, larger families and disabled parents concerned about being able to afford presents for their children. Read more
New data analysis shows the significant financial implications of school closures. Read more
Harmful gender stereotypes are significantly limiting children’s potential, warns a landmark report from Fawcett's Commission on Gender Stereotypes in Early Childhood. Read more
The Fawcett Society published new research on Equal Pay Day 2020 to show the impact of the coronavirus on gender equality. Read more
Fawcett Society and Young Women's Trust have today announced they are entering talks to investigate a potential merger, led by the organisations' boards. Read more
Read our report on the action the government must take in response to Equal Pay Day. Read more
The Fawcett Society can confirm that Equal Pay Day will be 20th November 2020. Read more
Stella Creasy introduces Fawcett Society's Equal Pay Implementation and Claims Bill to Parliament which gives women the Right to Know. Read more
Fawcett partners on a new report which explores the approach of gender pay gap reporting around the world and compares the UK's response with that of other nations. Read more
Throughout October we will be celebrating the work of some incredible Black women in the UK. Read more
Fawcett's Chief Executive Sam Smethers responds to the Government's response to the Gender Recognition Act consultation. Read more
Read our joint statement calling for investment to stem the Covid childcare crisis. Read more
Fawcett Society responds to the sentencing of former MP Charlie Elphicke to 2 years in prison for sexual assault. Read more