All news on the topic: Gender equality

A study of 2,000 women found that 85% believe some jobs are still seen as more suited to men, with 24% avoiding male-dominated industries

The Garrick Club has voted to admit women for the first time after various high-profile celebrities, including actor Stephen Fry, gave speeches arguing for the change

Oklahoma non-binary student Nex Benedict died a day after they were attacked by three girls in their school bathroom. Emergency services rushed to the Benedict home after Nex’s breathing became shallow, their eyes were rolling back and their hands were curled

Two-thirds of men will have their pain diagnosed within 11 months - but less than half of women are lucky enough to get a diagnosis in this same timeframe

Electricians, carpenters and joiners, and plumbers and heating engineers are likely to be in shortest supply - while the Midlands will be the worst-hit region