Women's National Commission

The Women’s National Commission is the official, independent, advisory body giving the views of women to the Government. 

 It is the only organisation of this kind in the UK. It ensures that women’s views are taken into account by the government and are heard in public debate. The WNC is the only UK women’s organisation that is fully funded by government, but is independent in its views and is an advisory Non-Departmental Public Body. A publicly appointed Chair and Steering Group head the WNC and a small team of civil servants (the Directorate) manages the work.

The UKPAC is a partner in the WNC. Partners have contact through the WNC newsletter and through service on committees.

To maintain a channel of communication, the UKPAC elects a representative, who reports to the committee at their four meetings throughout the year and corresponds with the members directly when information is sent to her. Issues of importance to the UKPAC can also be raised with the WNC, or with other partners.

The UKPAC's new representative to the WNC is Moira Randall. Although only taking office a few weeks ago, Moira has already responded to a Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) questionnaire on behalf of the Committee.

 

Download a copy of the response to the CPS questionnaire.

 

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