Tue, 16 Dec 2025

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 UK launches taskforce to 'break down barriers' for women in technology

It comes after the government was urged to help close the UK tech sector's gender gap in order to meet its ambitious AI goals.

* A new taskforce, "Women in Tech", has been launched by the UK government to help increase diversity and economic growth in the tech sector.
* The group will be led by Technology Secretary Liz Kendall and include female leaders from tech companies and organizations advising on how to boost diversity and close the gender gap.
* Women currently make up only 22% of those working in IT specialist roles in the UK, according to a recent report from BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.
* The government aims to "enter, stay and lead" women in the tech sector and ensure the UK accesses the full talent pool, market opportunities, and innovation capacity needed for economic growth.
* Key members of the taskforce include Anne-Marie Imafidon, founder of Stemettes, who has been appointed as the Women in Tech Envoy, and other industry leaders such as BT Group boss Allison Kirkby and Revolut chief executive Francesca Carlesi.
* The taskforce will focus on addressing barriers that women in tech still face today, including entry routes, career progression to leadership, and access to capital.
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