The Government has a vision for a modern Britain. A vision of equality and opportunity for all.
The Ministers for Women, supported by the Women and Equality Unit, are working to make this vision a reality in Britain and internationally.

To your family

We are helping more people balance their work and home lives by making good quality, affordable, childcare available in every neighbourhood. More

To your pocket

We are working to reduce the pay gap between men's and women's earnings. More

To your prospects

We are working to increase diversity in Britain's boardrooms. More

To your rights

Through legislation we are tackling discrimination. More

To your society

We are committed to civil partnership registration and issues relating to sexual orientation. More

We are ensuring that equality and opportunity for all are integrated into all levels of our society. More

To your world

We are working to ensure UK interests are taken into account across Europe and around the world. More

Latest from WEU

Civil Partnerships Response Report
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November 2003

Gender Briefing: Facts and figures on women in the UK labour market
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November 2003

Government takes action to encourage diversity in the boardroom
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November 2003

Hewitt and Falconer announce crackdown on discrimination – Commission for Equality and Human Rights
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October 2003

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Useful resources

Equal Pay questionnaire
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Civil Partnership: a framework for the legal recognition of same-sex couples
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View all recent research and publications