Sexism and multiple discrimination commonplace in local government.

A range of outdated practices and attitudes hold back gender equality in local government, according to a new report.

This report, by the Fawcett Society’s Local Government Commission, is the result of a year-long study led by the Fawcett Society in partnership with the Local Government Information Unit (LGiU).

It asked ‘Does Local Government Work for Women?’ and contains recommendations to help solve the issues faced by women in town halls.