redundancies due to automation
The City of London Corporation recently concluded a taskforce addressing digital talent shortages and women's access to digital careers.
The City of London Corporation's Women Pivoting to Digital Taskforce concluded its two-year programme in October 2026. Established in 2024, the taskforce brought together over 100 organisations to tackle the underrepresentation of women in digital roles and persistent digital talent gaps within the financial, professional services, and technology sectors. Its work included producing a business case report and an Untapped Talent report.
No upcoming meetings or further developments are reported concerning redundancies due to automation. The taskforce's work produced a business case report, an Untapped Talent report, and policy recommendations, which are intended to address digital talent shortages and improve women's access to digital roles.
Key facts
- The Women Pivoting to Digital Taskforce concluded its two-year programme in October 2026. Source
- The taskforce was established in 2024 by the City of London Corporation. Source
- It aimed to address digital talent shortages and underrepresentation of women in digital roles. Source
- The taskforce produced a business case report and an Untapped Talent report. Source
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