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Women's Budget Group

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The UK's leading feminist economics think tank. We put feminism into economics and economics into feminism. Press queries: press@wbg.org.uk wbg.org.uk

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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Care needs are rising and will continue to do so as our population is aging. It’s time for social care to become a settled part of how the UK budgets, because investing in care is not optional. Listen to our director Dr Daniella Jenkins share her thoughts on Al Jazeera
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
We welcome the Prime Minister’s commitment to transform adult social care and introduce a universal service, free at the point of use. For too long, social care has been held back by an unstable funding system, leaving people facing uncertainty and potentially catastrophic care costs.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Social care affects us all. Under the current system, one in seven people will face social care costs of more than £100,000. We think there's a better way.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
What if we started asking different policy questions? Instead of starting with what our current system allows, WBG Concepts starts with what people need - and explores the policies and funding that could make it possible.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
We welcome the Government’s new national taskforce to tackle misogyny and its recognition that harmful attitudes towards women and girls must be challenged across society. news.sky.com/story/no-wom...
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'No woman should have to curb ambitions out of fear': National taskforce to tackle misogyny launched
It comes as Girlguiding says girls are facing rising levels of sexism and misogyny online, in public and in schools.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Important new research from @carers-uk.bsky.social showing that 1 in 5 workers are now combining paid work with unpaid care. This has increased significantly over the past years. Investing in high-quality and accessible social care & improving workplace support has never been more urgent.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
We're proud to have contributed to the publication, 'Ending Business As Usual', a chapter on caring economy. Read more in the Guardian article. 👇 www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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Burnham urged to tackle inequality with policies including wealth tax
Key thinkers suggest other radical measures in Compass report such as free personal social care and abolishing Lords
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Watch our Executive Director, Dr Daniella Jenkins, explain what the Chancellor’s plans could mean for women – and what the Government must consider ahead of the Budget.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
We're heading to the Labour and Green party conferences to put women's economic inequality at the heart of the political debate.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
The UK’s parental leave system is one of the least generous in Europe. For too long, families have been let down by an outdated system. That’s why we’re proud to support a collective call for a stronger, more inclusive system as part of the UK Government’s Parental Leave Review.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Reasons behind falling birth rates are multifaceted & we are only beginning to understand them. Policies encouraging a more equal sharing of care, incl a better parental leave system, to make it easier for people to have children if they want them is just one of the many aspects to this discussion.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
This week, we’re publishing two new reports with the Women in Hackney Network (WiHN) and Women in Newham Network (Winn), supported by Smallwood Trust.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
We often talk about National Insurance Contributions as just another tax. But this misses its effective role as social insurance. So how can we improve transparency about NI’s purpose - and understanding of the different roles of NICs and taxation? Read our latest blog from Dr Marilyn Howard
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Reforming National Insurance: from misunderstandings to better governance and transparency
Dr Marilyn Howard explains why the distinction between tax and NICs matters for future reforms to improve governance.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Women's lower average incomes and wealth reduce access to home ownership. In 2025, the average UK house price was around 9x the median men's salary, and 13x the median women’s salary. Our latest briefing on Women and the UK Housing Crisis in @euronews.com
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Maternity Action @maternityaction.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Pregnant and working? Know your rights. 👉 Read the information sheet: maternityaction.org.uk/advice/pregnant-at-work #PregnantAtWork #MaternityRights #Pregnancy #MaternityLeave #WorkingParents #KnowYourRights
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Housing is about more than having a roof over our heads. Our homes are also where much of the unpaid care takes place. Women spend an average of 206 minutes a day on unpaid care and housework, compared with 136 minutes for men.
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Child Poverty Action Group @cpaguk.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Free school meals will be available to all school-aged children in families receiving universal credit in England from September. But our new survey finds more than half of parents whose children will be newly eligible don’t know they will qualify.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
The UK is facing a housing crisis – but its impacts are not felt equally. Women are more likely to experience housing insecurity and face greater barriers to finding secure, affordable housing.
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Rights Community Action @rightscommaction.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Do you want a just neighbourhood? A healthy home; clean air, green space; support when needed; places for young people. A real say in local decisions. @commsaversclass.bsky.social @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social @wen-uk.bsky.social Sign our @ukchange.bskyb.social : www.change.org/p/a-women-s-...
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Women are the majority of the social care workforce and of those providing unpaid care work. A stronger social care system could transform their lives. Great to see our response featured in @theguardian.com www.theguardian.com/politics/liv...
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Labour Hub @labour-hub.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
A stronger social care system could transform women’s lives, says Women’s Budget Group Dr Daniella Jenkins responds to the Prime Minister’s speech on social care. Today, Andy Burnham sent a strong signal that he is serious about tackling the social care crisis. Bringing forward the Casey Review is…
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A stronger social care system could transform women’s lives, says Women’s Budget Group
Dr Daniella Jenkins responds to the Prime Minister’s speech on social care. Today, Andy Burnham sent a strong signal that he is serious about tackling the social care crisis. Bringing forward the Casey Review is the right decision. Social care has been kicked into the long grass for far too long while the cost of inaction has continued to rise. For years, governments have asked whether we can afford to invest in social care. The reality is that we have been paying the price of not investing all along. For too many families, that has meant selling homes and draining life savings simply to access the care they need.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Today, Andy Burnham sent a strong signal that he is serious about tackling the social care crisis. Bringing forward the Casey Review is the right decision. Social care has been kicked into the long grass for far too long while the cost of inaction has continued to rise.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Does longer paternity leave automatically lead to more gender equality? Not necessarily, argues Dr Camila Infanger. Drawing on Brazil's experience, her blog sets out how lasting change depends on more than extending leave - it requires a fundamental shift in how we value fathers as caregivers.
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Just Here to Help: Is fatherhood a supporting role? Lessons from Brazil
Getting paternity leave right is more than just about the number of days fathers are entitled to - and Brazil shows us why.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
As Burnham moves into No.10, we look forward to the announcement of the new Cabinet. We hope to see the appointment of a dedicated Minister of State for Women. A standalone role, not an add-on to existing briefs - to send a powerful signal that gender equality is a genuine priority in Burnham's govt
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Andy Burnham about to speak in Downing Street after being appointed prime minister by King
Burnham, who became Labour Party leader on Friday, was appointed PM after Keir Starmer formally resigned at Buckingham Palace.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Andy Burnham's first 100 days will help shape the government's priorities for years to come. We're calling for women's economic equality to be at the heart of decision-making from day one.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
We're pleased to see several of our recommendations reflected in the latest report from the House of Commons Work and Pensions Committee on the transition to State Pension age. 🧵1/5
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Childcare is social infrastructure. Too many parents need childcare to get into work, but need work to qualify for funded childcare. We need a universal, sustainably funded childcare system that gives every child the best start in life and supports gender equality. www.wbg.org.uk/article/brid...
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Bridget Phillipson is right, we need to build towards a future of universal early years education.
Every child has a right to high-quality early education and childcare. But the current funded hours system is shutting out the children who stand to benefit most.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
This lays bare what Disabled people & carers have been saying for years: the current PIP system is dehumanising, hostile & not fit for purpose. It is welcome to see this reality acknowledged in the interim report & a commitment to bold system reform. But this must not become a cover for cuts.
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Disability benefits system ‘not working’ Timms review finds
Interim report into Pip found process had systematic and deep-rooted problems and required bold and radical overhaul
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
While record numbers of families are stuck in temporary accommodation, many of them single mothers, private rents continue to climb & housing benefit remains frozen. New @crisis-uk.bsky.social research shows that only 2 in 100 homes are affordable. We need social security that meets reality now.
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Less than 2% of rents affordable for benefit claimants, report warns
People are being forced into a ‘cycle of debt, poverty and homelessness’, a charity chief said
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
The economy grows when everyone can participate. Investing in social infrastructure like education isn't just good economics – it's essential for gender equality, creating better jobs, reducing inequalities and strengthening our economy for the long term.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Investing in social infrastructure – health, education, care, and the systems that deliver these services – is essential for long-term economic growth, social wellbeing, and gender equality.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Climate, housing and gender justice are not competing priorities but interconnected. The challenge is not simply in identifying solutions, but providing the political support, long-term investment and structural change needed to expand them. Read our latest blog 👇 www.wbg.org.uk/article/the-...
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The housing crisis, climate crisis and gender inequality are interconnected: our solutions should be too   – Women's Budget Group
The housing crisis, climate crisis and gender inequality are often treated as separate political issues. In reality, these issues are deeply interconnected., explains WBG's Emma Thackray.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Responding to Andy Burnham's speech yesterday, Dr Daniella Jenkins said: "Andy Burnham has recognised something we have long argued: markets alone have not delivered the secure, affordable homes or thriving local economies people need. We need an active state and long-term public investment.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
How can we create green and caring homes? The housing crisis, climate crisis & rising inequality are deeply interconnected. The good news? There are solutions that can tackle all three at once. Read our joint new report with @wen-uk.bsky.social www.wbg.org.uk/publication/...
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Yesterday we launched our new joint policy briefing, Green and Caring Homes for Gender Climate Justice, in Parliament with @wen-uk.bsky.social Huge thanks to Hannah Spencer MP for hosting and chairing the event, and for the Climate Sisters for sharing their lived experiences.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Climate change is making heatwaves more frequent and intense, and the impacts are not felt equally. Today we're launching our new joint report with @wen-uk.bsky.social - Green and Caring Homes for Gender Climate Justice. www.wbg.org.uk/publication/...
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Climate crisis is gendered, and addressing it is a question of equality as much as an environmental one. Read our blog to learn how a policy for a green and caring economy could look like. 👇 www.wbg.org.uk/article/wome...
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Women Are on the Front Line of the Climate Crisis, Policy Must Catch Up
The climate crisis is not gender neutral - and neither should policy be. Policymaking that recognises the intersections between climate and gender can help create a greener, fairer economy for all.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Climate change is deepening economic inequalities for women. In this guest blog Chloe Muston from @positivemoneyuk.bsky.social explores links between unpaid care, rising living costs & climate change, and why a just transition must put gender equality at its heart. www.wbg.org.uk/article/man-...
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Man-made climate change is short-changing women
A blog about the impacts of climate change on women and the opportunities in tackling it
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Scottish Women's Budget Group @swbg.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Scotland’s expansion of funded Early Learning and Childcare has improved access for many families But our latest report, Policy Ambition to Implementation, finds significant challenges continue to limit its transformative potential, particularly for families on low incomes 1/4
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Scottish Women's Budget Group @swbg.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Policy analysis/evidence from ELC workers/parents highlights concerns around budget transparency, data use, scrutiny, workforce pressures, access barriers and financial constraints. Pointing to a mismatch between policy ambitions, funding/delivery/outcomes. 2/4
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Scottish Women's Budget Group @swbg.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Our report calls for stronger governance, better support for low-income families and improved ELC workforce conditions. As the Scottish Gov plans further expansion, these issues must be addressed to tackle child poverty, close the attainment gap and help parents into work. 3/4
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Scottish Women's Budget Group @swbg.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Read, download and share the report from our website: www.swbg.org.uk/content/publ...
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
For decades, politicians have asked how we will pay for stronger care systems. The more important question is who pays when we fail to provide them? Read our latest piece for @opendemocracy.net setting out why we need to broaden our understanding of investment to include our social infrastructure.
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Andy Burnham’s promises of ‘growth’ rely on real investment in social care
Investing in care would produce 2.7 times as many jobs as an equivalent investment in construction, our research found
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Our Executive Director, Dr Daniella Jenkins, will speak at Misogyny Matters: Fawcett Conference 2026. Join powerful speakers, bold conversations and a community driving change to confront rising sexism and focus on the solutions we need now. 👉 Learn more & book: bit.ly/FawcettConfe...
Misogyny Matters: Fawcett conference in Central London and online on Sat 13 June.
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4 Day Week Foundation @4dayweek.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
A four-day working week would be a major step forward for disabled people’s inclusion in the workplace. Our new research briefing in conjunction with @disrightsuk.bsky.social and @patchworkhub.bsky.social
Mirror headline: Four-day week with no loss of pay 'boosts productivity and performance'
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Do policies affect everyone equally? Women still face inequalities in pay, work, care, housing and retirement. These inequalities intersect with race, disability and class, meaning the same policy can have very different impacts on different groups. That's why understanding policy impacts matters.
Why do Equality Impact Assessments Matter? Because policies do not affect everyone the same way.
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Last night, Carers UK and TSB brought together employers, policymakers and carers ahead of today's launch of the Government's consultation on employment rights for unpaid carers.
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Thank you @katedeardenmp.bsky.social for launching this important consultation. This is a vital opportunity to make the case for statutory paid Carer's Leave - a right that could help thousands of carers stay in work while managing their caring responsibilities.
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
The consultation covers England, Scotland and Wales. We’re calling on carers and employers to respond to the consultation and help shape future workplace rights for carers: bit.ly/4dYQ5qR
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Make Work Pay: employment rights for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children
We are seeking views on the employment rights that are available to people with unpaid caring responsibilities and parents who have a seriously ill child.
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Women's Budget Group @womensbudgetgrp.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Good policymaking is based on evidence. Understanding how decisions affect different groups is essential to ensuring policies work as intended and do not deepen existing inequalities. The Public Sector Equality Duty makes sure public bodies consider these impacts when making decisions.
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Kemi Badenoch to call for scrapping of legal equality duty
The Conservative leader will argue that the rules have become a "minefield that exposes almost every significant public decision to legal challenge".
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