MI5 job advertisement – straight / white / able-bodied men need not apply

Our thanks to Nick for this, the top ad for MI5 in the East London Advertiser:

It’s a model of PC “inclusivity”, with “female” first, as you’d expect. The main body of text:

We understand it’s the very differences between us that make us stronger. It’s why we need people who bring a variety of skills, backgrounds and experiences, with fresh perspectives and ideas. However, there’s one thing we do all have in common, a commitment to keeping the country safe.

MI5 are proud to state, “We only recruit one type of person”:

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Clearly, a straight white able-bodied man has a higher chance of becoming pregnant than being recruited by MI5 today.

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