Published: December 16, 2025 at 9:00 am
Women across Britain could see stronger support to enter, stay and progress in the UK tech sector after Technology Secretary Liz Kendall launched a new Women in Tech Taskforce.
The government says the economy loses an estimated £2-£3.5 billion a year because women leave tech roles or move jobs due to barriers in the sector.
Kendall convened the first meeting of the taskforce at the British Science Association on Monday, bringing together senior figures from industry, education and policy to advise on ways to improve diversity and career progression.
Anne-Marie Imafidon, founder of STEMETTES, has been appointed Women in Tech Envoy and will lead the taskforce alongside Kendall.
The founding members of the Women in Tech Taskforce include senior figures from across industry, education and policy, including Allison Kirkby, CEO of BT Group; Francesca Carlesi, CEO of Revolut UK; Anna Brailsford, CEO and co-founder of Code First Girls; and leaders from organisations such as techUK, the Royal Academy of Engineering, the TUC and the StartUp Coalition.