Osborne’s recovery is an illusion, women still feel the pinch
Osborne's Autumn Financial Statement neglects women's struggles, lacks social service investment, exacerbates income inequality.
Open Letter
An open statement calling for governments in Wales and London to honour post Brexit promises that funding will remain for vital services.
“We are very disappointed to learn of the closure, announced today, of Chwarae Teg, which has served the community. This will be a significant loss to Welsh women and represents another blow from Brexit – with the loss of EU funding impacting organisations and communities. We call on governments in Wales and London to honour the promises made post Brexit that funding will remain, so organisations such as Chwarae Teg’s could continue delivering vital services.”
Issued by: The four nations Women’s Budget Groups
Osborne's Autumn Financial Statement neglects women's struggles, lacks social service investment, exacerbates income inequality.
The proposed Transferable Tax Allowance disproportionately benefits men, widens the income gap in married couples, and neglects the poorest families.
While physical infrastructure receives attention, there's a lack of focus on affordable housing, disproportionately affecting women.
Budget 2014: The government is taking money from women to fund tax breaks for men – new analysis from the Women’s Budget Group