Starmer brands Reform plan to scrap Equality Act anti-British'

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"Sir Keir Starmer has condemned Reform UK's pledge to abolish the Equality Act as shocking and anti-British. The Labour leader warned that if a future Reform government were to scrap the 2010 law, it could lead to women facing overt discrimination. Sir Keir said that such a move would directly contravene British values, including tolerance and compassion. He added that he shuddered to think what women would make of the proposed policy. The pledge was announced on Tuesday by Reform UK's new equalities spokeswoman, Suella Braverman."

"In response to Sir Keir's criticism, Robert Jenrick, Reform UK's new Treasury spokesman, countered by stating he did not believe anybody had benefitted from the Act. Mr Jenrick instead highlighted earlier legislative frameworks that have historically provided protection against discrimination based on race and gender. Sir Keir says the right for women to be treated equally to men is something which was fought for' (Getty)"

The Independent emphasizes on-the-ground reporting across issues including reproductive rights, climate change and Big Tech. The outlet investigates financial and political angles, produces documentaries such as 'The A Word' about American women fighting for reproductive rights, and seeks donations to fund journalists while keeping reporting free of paywalls. Sir Keir Starmer condemned Reform UK's pledge to abolish the Equality Act as shocking and anti-British, warning that scrapping the 2010 law could lead to overt discrimination against women. Suella Braverman announced the pledge, and Robert Jenrick countered that nobody had benefitted from the Act, citing earlier protections.

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