Despite record numbers of women, ethnic minority and LGBT MPs elected in July's general election, Labour has said that more needs to be done to make Parliament a more inclusive place. Manchester Central MP Lucy Powell stressed the need to change culture and address issues like bullying and harassment to ensure diversity is sustained.
Ahead of Labour 's annual women's conference today , the party has hailed July's general election as a 'landmark' for female representation in Parliament . Four in 10 MPs elected were women, the highest proportion of female MPs in the UK's history.
“But we can't rest on our laurels. If we are to restore trust in politics, we need a Parliament which properly reflects the country we serve. The party has promised to make Parliament more inclusive and family friendly. The new Modernisation Committee, chaired by Ms Powell, also announced plans earlier this month to improve Parliament's culture and address issues of bullying and harassment.
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