The figures indicate that the number of women elected to local authorities next year is likely to be lower than the number elected at present, and will fall far short of the EU and United Nations target of 30 per cent of women in seats. The UN considers 30 per cent to be the critical mass to enable women exert meaningful influence on politics.
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The figures indicate that the number of women elected to local authorities next year is likely to be lower than the number elected at present, and will fall far short of the EU and United Nations target of 30 per cent of women in seats. The UN considers 30 per cent to be the critical mass to enable women exert meaningful influence on politics.
To read the full article, please visit The Irish Times.