A politician has called for an end to the insults that women receive on social media when they enter the political spotlight.
A Scottish council which has no female councillors hopes to encourage more women to stand in next May's local government elections. In the last elections in 2017, for the first time in its history, no women were elected t
By Stella Creasy
Any parent of a newborn knows it’s hard to stay awake, let alone focus on anything else. Maternity leave matters – it’s good for our health, our children and our economy.
By Stella Creasy
Any parent of a newborn knows it’s hard to stay awake, let alone focus on anything else. Maternity leave matters – it’s good for our health, our children and our economy.
Recently, the issue of harassment and intimidation of women in politics in long-established democracies has become a source of concern.
Recently, the issue of harassment and intimidation of women in politics in long-established democracies has become a source of concern.
A record number of women have been elected to the Scottish Parliament, with 58 female MSPs winning seats in the Holyrood election.
The first woman of colour elected to the Welsh Parliament said she wants to inspire and be "a voice" for those who have faced barriers entering politics.
Holyrood feels rejuvenated with MSPs that more accurately reflect the country’s multiculturalism
Holyrood feels rejuvenated with MSPs that more accurately reflect the country’s multiculturalism
Oireachtas committee hears of abuse encountered by public figures online
Fawcett Society says more needs to be done to encourage women into politics