Britain's tech sector haemorrhages female talent as nine in ten women quit within a decade

""There is a clear and often overlooked link between digital exclusion and the retention of women in the tech sector. When workplaces fail to provide inclusive, accessible environments - whether through equitable access to tools, flexible working, or supportive cultures, it can reinforce barriers that disproportionately impact women and ultimately drive them out of the industry.""

""If the people designing and delivering technology do not reflect the diversity of those using it, we risk embedding exclusion into the digital services that underpin everyday life.""

The technology industry in Britain is experiencing a significant loss of female talent, with nearly 90% of women leaving within ten years. More than half depart within five years, indicating a troubling trend despite recruitment efforts. Women often leave mid-career due to poor working conditions, inadequate pay, lack of role models, and inflexible workplace cultures. Elizabeth Anderson highlights the connection between digital exclusion and women's retention, warning that a lack of diversity in tech design can lead to broader societal exclusion.

Read at Business Matters