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The Independent
05-08-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Battle against state pensions gender gap ‘nearly won' for new retirees
The state pensions gender gap has narrowed to £1.80 per week on average for those who have recently started to claim it, according to Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) figures. Statistics covering December 1 2023 to November 30 2024, reflecting 'inflows to the new state pension', show that on average women are receiving 99.1% of the amount received by men. The amounts for men and women are on course to be equal very shortly, the department said. The data was obtained following a freedom of information (FOI) request by former Liberal Democrat pensions minister Sir Steve Webb, who is now a partner at consultants LCP (Lane Clark & Peacock). Sir Steve requested data showing the average amount of new state pension received by men and women who had claimed within the latest 12 months for which the figures are available. According to the FOI response, the average newly retired man now receives a pension of £209.95 per week, with the average newly retired woman getting £208.15. The new state pension was introduced in 2016, simplifying the system. It had to be phased in gradually, helping to protect the pension rights that some people had already built up under the old system. Women often lost out under the previous system, due to career gaps and caring responsibilities. The FOI response said: 'Women on the new state pension are receiving over £18 more per week than those on the pre-2016 system. 'That is around 98% of the amount received by men (the average for women under the pre-2016 system is 86%).' Sir Steve said: 'I am delighted to see that when it comes to the state pension, the battle against the gender pension gap is nearly won for those retiring today. 'When there is so much negative news about gaps between men and women when it comes to pensions, these figures show that things can be changed provided that there is the political will to do so. 'There are however far too many women who have already retired who are living on reduced pensions and I will continue to campaign for them to be treated fairly, including by rooting out all of the errors which have led to so many being underpaid for so long.'
Forbes
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Snapchat & TOGETHXR Team Up To Empower Women Athlete Digital Creators
BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 16: Michelle Alozie of Nigeria poses for a portrait during the official ... More FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 portrait session on July 16, 2023 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images) Snapchat and TOGETHXR have joined forces in a first of its kind partnership to address one of the most persistent inequities in sports: the gender gap in media exposure and earning potential. The initiative, called Snap the Gap, is a content accelerator program designed to help up and coming women athletes grow their personal brands, expand their audiences, and unlock sustainable revenue through Snapchat's creator tools and storytelling platform. Launched by TOGETHXR, the media and commerce company founded by sports icons Alex Morgan, Chloe Kim, Simone Manuel, and Sue Bird, the program reflects both organizations' shared mission to change the game for women in sports, both on and off the field. Snapchat & TOGETHXR Snap The Gap SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JUNE 3: Erica Wheeler #17 of the Seattle Storm celebrates with fans after the ... More win against the Dallas Wings at Climate Pledge Arena on June 3, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by) 'We are thrilled to partner with Snapchat on Snap the Gap, a first of its kind female athlete creators program on the platform,' said Paula Hughes, TOGETHXR's Chief Digital Officer. 'This collaboration lowers the barrier to entry for revenue opportunities for the athletes, who not only excel in competition, but who are also shaping culture and growing communities across women's sports.' The program supports nine standout athletes, each selected for their athletic excellence and cultural influence. They include: Snapchat & TOGETHXR Align Mentorship And Monetization OTTAWA, ONTARIO - MARCH 25: Sarah Fillier #10 of the New York Sirens celebrates her goal against the ... More Ottawa Charge during the third period of their PWHL game at The Arena at TD Place on March 25, 2025 in Ottawa, Ontario. (Photo by) These athletes will receive direct mentorship from Snapchat and content development support from TOGETHXR. The goal is to turn their athletic journeys into compelling, monetizable storytelling, allowing them to grow their audiences, build their brands, and unlock new revenue streams. 'At Snapchat, we've seen how powerful it can be when athletes share their journeys in their own words,' said Emma Wakely, Snapchat Sports and Media Partnerships Manager. 'With mentorship, tools, and a platform built for real storytelling, we're helping them shape the future of women's sports on their terms.' This effort comes at a pivotal moment. Women's sports are experiencing unprecedented momentum, yet female athletes continue to receive a fraction of the media coverage and sponsorship opportunities that male athletes enjoy. Programs like Snap the Gap aim to shift that reality by giving athletes the tools and support they need to own their narratives and grow their careers outside of competition. Snapchat's sports footprint makes it a powerful partner. Snapchat & TOGETHXR An Athlete Owned Future TAMPA, FLORIDA - APRIL 2: KK Arnold #2 of the UConn Huskies during the 2025 NCAA Women's Final Four ... More Media Day at the Tampa Convention Center on April 2, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Justin Tafoya/NCAA Photos via Getty Images) 'Snapchat is a platform I use often, and I'm excited to continue to grow my brand doing something that I genuinely enjoy,' said Alozie. 'Snapchat and TOGETHXR are making it possible for women's sports and women athletes to gain visibility and opportunity by showcasing who we are both on and off the field.' As the landscape of women's sports continues to evolve, Snap the Gap offers a compelling blueprint for what's next: a future where athletes are not only celebrated for their performance, but also empowered as storytellers, brand-builders, and leaders in a new era of digital media.
Fox News
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
Edward Lawrence: The trade deal with Vietnam is the 'first of a flurry of deals' that likely will occur before July 9th deadline
All times eastern FOX News Radio Live Channel Coverage WATCH LIVE: Will Cain talks to Tomi Lahren on the growing ideology gap between men, women
Fox News
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
Leftist Calls America The 'Bad Guys' Just In Time For July 4th (ft. Tomi Lahren)
Story #1: The Host of 'Tomi Lahren Is Fearless,' Tomi Lahren, joins Will to discuss the growing ideology gap between men and women and Elie Mystal claiming that America is always the 'bad guy.' Story #2: Will duked it out with former Biden official Ned Price on yesterday's 'The Will Cain Show.' So how did it go down? Plus, what is it like to get old? Story #3: Is Arch Manning the best QB since Tim Tebow? Feels like Paul Finebaum might be forgetting a quarterback or eight. Tell Will what you thought about this podcast by emailing WillCainShow@ Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
Fox News
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
How to keep your data safe while traveling
All times eastern FOX News Radio Live Channel Coverage WATCH LIVE: Will Cain talks to Tomi Lahren on the growing ideology gap between men, women
