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Why London is doubling down on DEI ft. Howard Dawber OBE

19 March 2026379 viewsTHE INNOVATORS & DISRUPTORS PODCAST

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DEI isn't about special treatment. It's about a level playing field. Howard Dawber OBE makes that point clearly. When Accenture announced it was stepping back from DEI commitments, Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan's response was straightforward: Accenture is banned from future city contracts. No ambiguity, no long statements. Just a consequence. And Howard sees this as a strength, not a stance. London's diversity isn't just a value it holds, it's how the city functions. Because here's the thing: when your city looks like the whole world, you start to act like it too. That's not a talking point. That's a competitive advantage. What's your take on how cities and companies should be responding to the global shift on DEI? Drop your thoughts below. šŸ‘‡ šŸ‘‰ Subscribe for more insights: https://y…

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