Westminster Council's 'woke privilege test' doesn't champion diversity; it breeds division and resentment |
7 April 2025, 15:23 | Updated: 7 April 2025, 15:46
By Cllr Laila Cunningham
As a Conservative councillor in Westminster, and as a British Muslim woman from a minority ethnic background, my belief in genuine equality of opportunity is unwavering.
It’s a principle that should underpin every aspect of public life: everyone deserves a fair chance, and ultimately, the best person for the role should succeed based purely on merit.
No one should face barriers – or receive unfair advantages – because of their race, religion, sex, sexuality, or any other background characteristic.
That's why the reported hiring practices at Labour-run Westminster Council are so deeply........