Women in Physics in the United Kingdom: A Review of Recent Policy and Initiatives
Published: Sep 8, 2025
Last Updated: Sep 8, 2025
Authors:Sally Jordan, Sarah Bakewell, Holly Jane Campbell, Josie Coltman, Wendy Sadler, Chethana Setty
Abstract
Across the United Kingdom, initiatives designed to increase the participation and outcomes for women in physics continue, working with children of various ages as well as with adults. Improvements have been achieved by a combination of these initiatives and an accompanying strengthening of policy, but significant gender imbalances remain.