The chancellor will give £15m to a dedicated fund to tackle misogyny in workplaces, schools and public places amid concerns in government about the rise of “manosphere” influencers.

The women and equalities minister, Bridget Phillipson , will helm the UK-wide fund, announced last month, marking the first time there has been specific national cash to address misogyny.

The government said organisations could bid for money from the misogyny prevention fund to provide services including mentoring for young people, workplace training and awareness campaigns to improve safety for women and girls.…