Liberals re-examine gender quotas in slew of proposals to make party ‘fit-for-purpose political machine’
The Australian Liberal Party is considering the implementation of gender quotas to increase female representation in parliament. This proposal is part of a broader internal review aimed at modernizing the party following recent electoral losses.
A Liberal party discussion paper raises the prospect of gender quotas in noting that men outnumber women four-to-one in the lower house in federal parliament. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAP A Liberal party discussion paper raises the prospect of gender quotas in noting that men outnumber women four-to-one in the lower house in federal parliament. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAP Liberal party Liberals re-examine gender quotas in slew of proposals to make party ‘fit-for-purpose political machine’ Angus Taylor has stated his opposition, but discussion paper’s authors warn ‘if we want a different outcome, we need to be prepared to do things differently’
Get the full story
Sign up for Headlinne to unlock AI insights, political bias analysis, and your personalized news feed.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in