Women: Public Bodies and Listed Companies
Debate between Baroness Verma and Lord Faulkner of Worcester
Thursday 15th July 2010
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Baroness Verma
The noble Baroness raises an issue that we are looking at very seriously. As I said in previous responses, we are considering how to encourage all departments to take on board the importance of ensuring proper representation not just from women but from other under-represented groups.
Lord Faulkner of Worcester
My Lords, does the Government’s commitment to gender equality extend to great national institutions such as the Church of England? Furthermore, does the Prime Minister intend to have a word with right reverend Prelates and most reverend Primates in order that we may have some female Bishops in this House before the end of this decade?
Baroness Verma
The noble Lord takes me into very dangerous territory. I shall reflect and get back to him.