The gender pension gap is closing, but it’s still at 36.5%, which means the equivalent of women stopping receiving their pension on 21st August this year. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/a...

As I pack my bag to head over to Switzerland to watch the Lionesses in the final, I thought it worth sharing this research on gender bias in football viewing. www.swissinfo.ch/eng/society/...

We know gender stereotyping starts from a young age, and this new research highlights how it is ingrained in US children’s TV as men/ boys are cast as doers and women/girls the done-tos. Sadly there has been little change in the last 60 years. www.forbes.com/sites/kimels...

Loved seeing Leeds Pride bigger and better than ever (and the rain mostly held off). I might be biased but highlights include Building Equality 🌈 🚜 and Leeds College of Building with their hard hats. 👷‍♀️ #loveislove

This case has highlighted that non-verbal expressions of frustration can amount to disability discrimination as it contributed to a degrading and humiliating working environment. hrreview.co.uk/hr-news/empl...

How committed is the construction sector to improving LGBTQ+ inclusion and visibility? We spoke to representatives from Balfour Beatty, Costain, Great British Energy - Nuclear and Constructing Rainbows (@constructrainbows.bsky.social‬) Full story: buff.ly/B4JZhmr

We need your help, we’re doing a study into the experience of diverse speakers within the built environment sector in partnership with UKREiiF and would love to hear your thoughts. Survey closes 23rd June. www.constructingrainbows.co.uk/post/help-us...

The BSI have launched a draft standard BS30480 Suicide and the workplace - Intervention, prevention and support for people affected by suicide - Guide. The consultation is open until the 16th July, please do have your say on it. surveys.bsigroup.com/wix/3/p63864...

When one of my friends tried to tell me that rainbow laces 🏳️‍🌈 didn’t include trans rights support, I thought I needed to make it more explicit about who needs our support most at the moment.

Many of our clients feel they need to get their own EDI house in order before asking their supply chain to do the same. But are you aware of the positive impact you can have by including minority-owned businesses in your supply chain? www.constructingrainbows.co.uk/post/why-sup...

As the National Living Wage goes up for many people in the UK, so are many household bills. The Real Living Wage is calculated but the actual cost of living and factors in household bill increases. www.facilitatemagazine.com/content/news/2025/03/05/women-are-50-more-likely-be-low-paid

Can you imagine not getting a job because of your hair? Or being sent home from work because someone finds your hair unprofessional? Well this is the experience of many Black women who experience hair discrimination. hbr.org/2023/05/how-...?

This global survey highlights a tension between men and women, which is observed much more in Gen Z than Baby Boomers. This is a divide that needs to be reduced if we are to progress towards gender equality. womensagenda.com.au/latest/aussi...

Current legislation doesn’t allow for people taking time off work to grieve if they lose a baby in the early stages of pregnancy. Some companies have been bringing in policies, so it’s great to see the UK Government considering adding into their upcoming employment bill. www.bbc.com/news/article...

Psychometric testing has been around for a while now, supposedly a way of checking whether people have the “right fit” for a company. This article discusses the negative impact these tests have on neurodiverse individuals chances of getting the job. theweek.com/business/job...

It was found that Walker Morris's mandatory equity partner retirement policy fell foul of the Equality Act, as he was not allowed to stay on after the age of 63. Apparently the policy was in place to allow younger employees to become partners. www.thebusinessdesk.com/yorkshire/ne...

Never underestimate the power of one. Sometimes all it takes is one person with a clarity of conscience and a willingness to speak up. This article shares the impact Dr Yamada had on GSK, which ultimately saved many lives in developing countries. hbr.org/2019/12/how-...

It’s the hot topic of the moment, what will the US DEI rollback mean over here. TwinFM asked Emma to share her thoughts. www.twinfm.com/article/the-...

This study from South Korea highlights the different anxieties men and women have when considering the designs of pilotis parking. www.pbctoday.co.uk/news/buildin...

It’s not often my clients come to Leeds so it was really nice to see Miguel for lunch. Even better that I was the first person to take him to a typical British pub after his citizenship this week. 🇬🇧 Looking forward to continuing the partnership between SPACE and Constructing Rainbows Limited

Sharon will be attending the Institute of Government & Public Policy Public Sector Estates and Facilities show on Thurs 30 Jan. Free tickets available for the public and voluntary sector. If anyone is attending and would like to meet up, please let us know. #igppPSE

What does the US corporate diversity, equity and inclusion rollback mean for the UK FM industry? Much has been said about the impact of a new US president on EDI, it's a worrying time for many. We've shared our thoughts with IFM on the impact on the UK FM industry www.i-fm.net/comment/dei-...

The UK Government announced last week that the new Neonatal Care (leave and pay) Act will come into force on 6 April. The Act provides up to 12 weeks additional leave for parents whose newborn spends over 7 nights in hospital within the first 28 days. www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1903...

@UKREiiF held their parliamentary launch this evening, with many MPs in attendance. We heard from Lord Richard Harrington, Kevin Hollinrake MP & George Freeman MP. Prior to the event the advisory board met in the House of Lords to discuss UKREiiF 2026 and beyond.

An ageing workforce is a huge issue in our industry, as we’re not backfilling those roles that are coming up for retirement. With the right policies in place, we can find a solution that benefits business and the individual, so their skills aren’t lost forever. womensagenda.com.au/latest/age-i...

Today we visited Rider Levett Bucknall RLB ‘s Liverpool office and what a beautiful location and a very friendly team. Thanks Stuart for sharing your space with us, and we hope to see you again soon. #InclusiveClients