The Minister’s first engagement will see her congratulate over 100 influential aviation and aerospace companies on their commitment to gender diversity.

Aviation Minister, Baroness Vere, said: “I am delighted to be joining the department at such an exciting time. Aviation and aerospace are great industries to work in and the support of these 100 companies is an important step towards greater gender diversity. I hope that more companies will sign the charter and I will be challenging the sector as a whole to do more. If any business is to have the highest quality workforce, diversity must play an important part. I am delighted that many companies have recognised this and are doing something about it. I look forward to working with them.”

[Source: International Airport Review]