The government needs far greater inclusion of women and gender experts in key advisory groups.

New research published last week revealed the stark reality of the coronavirus pandemic for parents and keyworkers.

The research, carried out by the Fawcett Society, the Women’s Budget Group, and academic experts from the Mile End Institute at Queen Mary University of London and the London School of Economics (LSE) found that women who are working outside the home are more likely to be keyworkers.