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Equality and Human Rights Commission

Asked by Freddie van MierloLiberal DemocratWomen and EqualitiesTabled Answered 2 October 2025UIN 76506

The question

To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, what discussions she has had with the new Chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission on her priorities for the Commission.

Answered by Olivia Bailey

Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson was confirmed as the next Chair of the EHRC. She will begin her term as EHRC Chair in December and will meet regularly with the Minister for Women and Equalities as part of her role.

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