Question to the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology:
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, how many people have been hired by Ofcom in roles relating to equality, diversity and inclusion since 2020.
Ofcom is an independent regulator with responsibility for its own recruitment. Since 2020 it has recruited three people in roles relating to equality, diversity and inclusion: one Associate D&I advisor, one Senior Associate D&I Programme Manager and one Head of Culture, Diversity and Wellbeing. These staff are focused on internal, corporate matters, and do not relate to any of Ofcom’s relevant regulatory duties, for example, to ensure diversity and inclusion in broadcasting.
Ofcom’s diversity and inclusion strategy for 2021-26, as well as annual progress updates, can be found on their website.