Question

To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, what steps she is taking to tackle the gender pay gap in STEM industries.

In 2017 we introduced ground breaking regulations requiring large employers from all sectors, including STEM industries, to report gender pay gap information annually.

This increased level of transparency highlights where women are being held back in the workplace, and is motivating employers to tackle their gender pay gaps.

Government will be engaging with businesses and educators over the coming months to understand more about the barriers for women in the STEM workforce.