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........

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