Question

To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, what the Government Equalities Office's main policy priority is for 2017; and if she will make a statement.

Eliminating the gender pay gap remains a key priority for the Government Equalities Office and increasing transparency among employers is a significant step towards this. A more diverse and inclusive culture in the workplace benefits everyone.

From April 2017, large employers must publish information showing the differences in average pay and bonuses paid to women and men. We are also taking action to address the main drivers of the gender pay gap because neither families nor the economy can afford to miss out on female talent.