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WOMEN remain severely under-represented in positions of power and influence in Wales, according to a new report published to coincide with today's centenary of International Women's Day.
The Equality and Human Rights Commission'sWho Runs Wales? 2011 report looked at 10 areas of Welsh life, including politics, local government, health and the private sector in order to assess the gender balance at decision-making tables in Wales.See the full content of this document
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'Good Intentions Are Not Enough' As Women Severely Under- Represented ; Walesisfailingtobenefit Fromitsfulltalentpool
Key findings include a survey of 50 top Welsh companies, which found just two women chief executives, and the reality that only one out of 22 council leaders is female. Sectors such as teaching are represented by 75% of women yet just...
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