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Written question asked by Anneliese Dodds (Labour) on Thursday, 22 September 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 11 October 2022 (named day). It was answered by Nadhim Zahawi (Conservative) on Tuesday, 11 October 2022 on behalf of the Women and Equalities.


Women and Equalities: Cabinet

Question

To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, what assessment he has made of the implications for his Departments policies of the Minister for Women not attending Cabinet; and if he will make a statement.

Answer

The Minister for Equalities’ role represents all aspects of the women and equalities portfolio in Cabinet. Gender equality remains part of this portfolio – this was confirmed by the Prime Minister’s spokesperson shortly after the appointment of the Minister for Equalities.

The Cabinet role will be supported by the Minister for Women and the equalities Lords Minister.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
54638
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Cabinet Women and Equalities
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk