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London’s venture capital funds called out for ‘shocking’ lack of diversity

The report by non-profit Diversity VC makes recommendations on how the industry can improve

London’s venture capital funds called out for ‘shocking’ lack of diversity
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Almost half of employees at venture capital funds in London say their companies are doing nothing to correct the under-representation of women and ethnic minorities in the industry, a new report suggests.

The study, by pressure group Diversity VC, found that two-fifths of companies had no policies for flexible working, and many only offer the legal minimum periods for parental leave.

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