Speaking after the meeting, Jeffrey Donaldson said: “People are seeing just how devolution can really make a difference. I welcome this opportunity to hear from the Northern Ireland European Women’s Platform, which has been active over the years in maintaining the profile and the contribution of women.
"Women still encounter disproportionate disadvantage in many aspects of life including employment, pay and as victims of domestic violence to use some examples. The Executive is committed to addressing these key inequalities."
Gerry Kelly said: “It is encouraging to meet the Northern Ireland Women’s European Platform, which represents such a wide range of women’s interests.
“Equality is at the heart of all of government’s policies, and I welcome the opportunity to hear the group’s concerns and their work towards securing a better and equal future for all women here.”
Notes to Editors:
- The Junior Ministers met with Dr Anne-Marie Gray, Liz Law and Irene Miskimmon from the Northern Ireland European Women’s Platform.
- Media enquiries to OFMDFM Press Office on 028 9052 1375. Out of hours contact duty press officer via pager number 07699 715440 and your call will be returned.
