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UK Government Expands DEI Staff Amid Tax Controversy

11/17/2025

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The Office for Equality and Opportunity in the UK has expanded its staff from 28 to 180 since December 2023.
There are 510 diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) personnel across government departments.
Shadow Minister Mr. O’Brien criticized the increase as a misuse of taxpayer money as the government plans to raise taxes.
He estimated the annual salary cost for these roles at over £28 million.

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Story summary

The Office for Equality and Opportunity in the UK has expanded its staff from 28 to 180 since December 2023.
There are 510 diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) personnel across government departments.
Shadow Minister Mr. O’Brien criticized the increase as a misuse of taxpayer money as the government plans to raise taxes.
He estimated the annual salary cost for these roles at over £28 million.