Equal Representation in Politics
Description: The campaign for at least 50% representation of women in our Parliament and in our councils. Today, despite making up 52% of the population, in Scotland women only make up 42% of public board members, 25% of public board chairs, 35% of MSPs and 29% of Councillors. It’s not good enough, and it is estimated that unless radical change is pursued, it would take another 50 years for us to reach an equal parliament.
Today, despite making up 52% of the population, in Scotland women only make up 25% of public board chairs, 35% of MSPs and 29% of Councillors. It’s not good enough, and it is estimated that unless radical change is pursued, it would take another 50 years for us to reach an equal parliament.
We’re proud of the cross party support the campaign has gained so far. Four out of five of the party leaders in Scotland have signed up to the campaign, including the First Minister Nicola Sturgeon. We have over a third of the MSPs in the Scottish Parliament backing us, all we need now is action.
Has your MSP signed up? You can find out if your MSP has signed up as a supporter here and if not, you can write to your MSP through our website.
Equal Representation in Politics