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<p>International Women’s Day is an excellent opportunity to celebrate the social,
economic, cultural and political achievements of women in the UK and across the globe.</p><p>As
you are aware, the UK Parliament has held debates in both Houses to mark this important
event. The House of Commons debate was led by the Minister for Women and Equalities,
Rt Hon Elizabeth Truss MP, who delivered the opening statement. Maria Caulfield MP
closed the debate.</p><p>I opened the House of Lords debate as the Minister for Women,
and it was closed by Baroness Sugg. Thank you for your personal contribution.</p><p>The
Prime Minister hosted an International Women’s Day Reception in Downing Street on
Thursday 5 March where he gave a speech and took part in a panel discussion with inspirational
women from across a range of sectors. Representatives from business, science, and
sport, among other areas, attended, alongside school pupils.<em> </em></p><p>International
Women’s Day is an important moment and receives significant press attention. As such,
Government Equalities Office planned communications ahead of this year's event. This
included the Government Equalities Office digital and campaign plans for a series
of content featuring women activists and change makers, and Ministerial content including
to showcase excerpts from Parliamentary speeches.</p><p> </p>
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