Number of women parliamentary candidates sinks to 30 per cent
Briefly

The number of female parliamentary candidates has sunk to 30%, criticized for inadequate representation by the political system.
Campaign groups demand transparency in candidate selection data to ensure equal representation; men still dominate the corridors of power.
Limitations in female candidates' proportion attributed to the rise of Reform candidates consisting mostly of men, causing concern for women's voices to be heard.
To avoid ongoing under-representation, addressing obstacles for women in the candidate selection process is crucial; women's perspectives must shape impactful decisions.
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