During the Women in Games track of the Develop conference in Brighton this week the UK government voiced its concerns about the hiring practices of games industry when it comes to women. Speaking of inequality in hiring practices, Lynne Featherstone MP, Minister for Equalities, expressed concern that the UK industry hurts itself by not tapping into the pool of talent based on gender.

In the letter the Minister highlighted the importance of seeking a "greater gender balance in the workplace," and warns that some companies "risk being uncompetitive" if they fail to address the problem. [URL=http://www.gamepolitics.com/2010/07/16/uk-government-urges-gender-equality-game-industry][B][COLOR=#8e0505]Read More[/COLOR][/B][/URL]

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