United Kingdom: Women in parliament
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| United Kingdom |
Women in parliament, percent |
|---|---|
| Latest value | 34.62 |
| Year | 2023 |
| Measure | percent |
| Data availability | 1997 - 2023 |
| Average | 23.96 |
| Min - Max | 17.91 - 34.62 |
| Source | The World Bank |
The latest value from 2023 is 34.62 percent, an increase from 34.57 percent in 2022. In comparison, the world average is 25.36 percent, based on data from 180 countries. Historically, the average for the United Kingdom from 1997 to 2023 is 23.96 percent. The minimum value, 17.91 percent, was reached in 2001 while the maximum of 34.62 percent was recorded in 2023.
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Definition: Women in parliaments are the percentage of parliamentary seats in a single or lower chamber held by women.
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| Related indicators | Latest | Reference | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happiness index | 6.72 | 2023 | points |
| Human development | 0.940 | 2022 | points |
| Women in parliament | 34.62 | 2023 | percent |
| Land area | 241,930 | 2021 | sq. km |