The Labour Party has appointed Jane Ramsey, an expert on standards
in public and political life, as a Senior Advisor on Standards and
Ethics responsible for the implementation of the EHRC’s
recommendations.
Ramsey is leading on establishing an independent process to
investigate complaints in the Labour Party, including racism,
antisemitism, Islamophobia, bullying, sexual harassment and other
forms of discrimination.
Following the publication of the EHRC report into antisemitism in
the Labour Party, accepted its findings and recommendations in full.
The party will provide its action plan to the EHRC by 10 December
and will have the new process in operation as soon as possible.
Prior to taking up the role with the party, Jane Ramsey served as
a member of the Committee on Standards in Public Life where she
led an inquiry into intimidation in public life which was laid
before Parliament in 2017. She trained as a barrister and has
extensive experience in local government as principal legal
advisor to local authorities.
Welcoming the appointment, MP, Leader of the Labour Party said:
“I am delighted that Jane is leading our party’s implementation
of the EHRC’s recommendations. Jane brings a wealth of experience
to this role. I have every confidence she will ensure the party’s
new, independent complaints process is put in place as a matter
of urgency.
“Since I was elected Labour leader, I have made it my mission to
root out antisemitism from our party. I remain utterly determined
to restore trust with the Jewish community and make the Labour
Party a safe place for Jewish people.”
