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Employers Urged to Support Those Experiencing Menopause at Work

on Friday, 10 December 2021.

The Minister for Employment has called on employers to strengthen the support offered to employees suffering serious menopause symptoms.

On 6 August 2021 we reported on the Women and Equalities Committee launching an inquiry into menopause and the workplace, the recommendations of which are currently awaited. 

The independent report commissioned by the Government in July 2021 has found that almost one in four women are forced to leave work as a result of menopause symptoms, and those experience serious symptoms take an average of 32 weeks of leave. 

With women being forced to leave work due to menopause symptoms, it is clear to see the potential link to limited overall career progression and reduced employment prospects. The Minister for Employment has urged employers to use a national network of advisors known as '50 Plus Champions' to support and retain their workers over the age of 50, including women going through the menopause.

Taking a Proactive Response

The issue of how to support women going through the menopause in the workplace remains topical and is likely to be the subject of a further Government response once the recommendations of the Women and Equalities Committee inquiry have been published.

In the interim, employers who wish to take a proactive approach to this topic may get ahead by reviewing sickness policies, ensuring effective, open and supportive communication channels are in place and engaging with staff around what particular support or adjustments might be helpful.


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