Political parties must face fines if they do not ensure at least 45% of general election candidates are female, MPs have recommended.

By Alexandra Topping

Party leader tells committee he backs all-female shortlists and is determined to have 50/50 representation by next election.

The British Labour Party has launched a mentoring program for women to honor the memory of murdered MP Jo Cox.

Eighteen months ago, the Women’s Equality Party didn’t exist. Now it’s one of the fastest-growing forces in British politics. Phil W.