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UK Businesses Shift Ethics Amid Trump’s 'Woke' Critique

10/31/2025

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More than half of UK businesses are changing ethical policies in response to criticism of the 'woke' agenda from U.S. President Donald Trump.
A study of 250 legal leaders shows 28% of firms have changed or abandoned diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, while calls to abolish the Equality Act are growing.
Leaders fear profit motives overshadow ethical commitments despite a pay gap reporting bill.

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Story summary

More than half of UK businesses are changing ethical policies in response to criticism of the 'woke' agenda from U.S. President Donald Trump.
A study of 250 legal leaders shows 28% of firms have changed or abandoned diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, while calls to abolish the Equality Act are growing.
Leaders fear profit motives overshadow ethical commitments despite a pay gap reporting bill.