The Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon George Osborne MP and the Secretary of State for Education and Minister for Women and Equalities, the Rt Hon Nicky Morgan MP, hosted a private reception for the Cosmetic Executive Women UK.

The reception was held on October 22nd at No.11 Downing Street, and celebrated the success and importance of the British Beauty Industry.

Caroline Neville, president of CEW UK, commented:

For CEW to be hosted at No.11 by the Chancellor is a mark of how far the organization has progressed since our founding in 1992 and the increasing importance of our sector. The beauty industry is a key contributor to the UK economy through revenue, training and innovation.”

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, The Rt Hon George Osborne MP, said:

“It was a privilege to host this reception organised by Cosmetic Executive Women. Our beauty industry is one of the best in the world. It brings in billions of pounds and accounts for a million jobs. It’s time we recognised this enormous contribution to our economy.”

Secretary of State for Education and Minister for Women and Equalities, The Rt Hon Nicky Morgan MP, added:

“The beauty industry makes a valuable contribution to the economy and employs a large number of women, including at senior levels. Like many sectors, it has an important role to play in tackling gender inequality and I was delighted to celebrate its success at Number 11 last week.”

Photo, L-R: Sarah Brown, Pai Skincare; The Rt Hon George Osborne MP; Charlotte Tilbury, makeup artist; Caroline Neville, president, CEW UK; Thea Green, founder/CEO Nails Inc; Vanita Parti, founder, Blink Brow Bar.