gender

Sex and the city: planning takes little account of women's lives – new gender research database launched

August 30, 2008 - It is still a man's world when it comes to rebuilding Britain's towns, with workplaces, schools, health centres, public transport and even public lavatories invariably being planned without taking into account the way many women live, a new report claims.Regeneration schemes traditionally cater far more effectively for men than women. more >

Women's Design Service backs call to restrict sitings for lap dance clubs: they can create 'no go' areas for women, it claims

June 21, 2008 - The Government has signalled that it plans to change the rules surrounding lap-dancing clubs to make it easier for local communities to object to proposals.A large number of MPs have signed a Commons Early Day Motion calling for action and Durham MP Roberta Blackman-Woods has introduced a 10-minute rule Bill to tighten up the licensing of 'sex-encounter establishments'.The Women's Design Service i... more >