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<p>I receive regular representations on many issues including the role of women in
public life.</p><p>We are removing barriers that prevent women from progressing in
public life. For example, the Government has established the Centre for Public Appointments
(CPA) in the Cabinet Office to ensure best practice is followed. As a result, the
proportion of new female appointees to public boards has increased to 39%. We have
also supported political parties to increase women’s representation thorough a combination
of legislative and voluntary measures.</p><p> </p>
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