Chancellor allocates £15 million over three years to combat misogyny

The government announced a £15 million commitment, split into £5 million per year for three years, to fund programmes that address everyday misogyny, including mentoring for young people, workplace training and public awareness campaigns. The money will flow into a misogyny prevention fund that supports the national taskforce created by women and equalities minister Bridget Phillipson last month. Chancellor Mr Healey highlighted the aim of giving every woman and girl a safe environment to pursue ambitions in school, work and community life.

Officials hope the public investment will encourage further funding from the private sector and charitable donors. The Office for the Impact Economy, working with the Office for Equality and Opportunity, will manage grant applications for projects that seek to curb sexist language, harassment and discrimination. The announcement accompanies other cost-of-living measures introduced ahead of the Budget.