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Government calls for evidence on people who have Variations in Sex Characteristics
Today (17 January 2019) the Government Equalities Office is launching a call for evidence on the experiences of people who have variations in sex characteristics.
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Variations in Sex Characteristics Call For Evidence
This call for evidence seeks information on the experiences and needs of people who have variations in sex characteristics.
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Government announces new Code of Practice to tackle sexual harassment at work
A package of 12 announcements has been launched today to tackle sexual harassment at work, including consultations on legal protections and on additional protections for volunteers and interns.
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Statue of Emmeline Pankhurst unveiled in Manchester today
The unveiling marks exactly 100 years since some women first went to the ballot boxes and stood as candidates in a general election in the United Kingdom
Press release
Women’s Business Council celebrates five years of world-leading collaboration between business and government
The ‘Five years on’ report finds more women in work, remaining in work and progressing to senior positions, than in 2013.
Speech
Bright Blue’s Women in Work conference speech
Minister for Women and Equalities Penny Mordaunt: Speech at Bright Blue’s Women in Work conference on 21 November
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The Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS) provides free bespoke advice and in-depth support to individuals with discrimination problems. You can contact EASS by telephone 0808 800 0082 or text phone 0808 800 0084.
If your enquiry relates to workplace relations and employment, including workplace discrimination, the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) provides free authoritative and impartial advice to employees/applicants. You can contact ACAS via their website (www.acas.org.uk) or via their telephone helpline 0300 123 1100.
Alternatively, you may wish to seek independent legal advice by contacting your local Citizens Advice Bureau (http://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/) or local Law Centre
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