Petition · past parliament · Department for Work and Pensions

Require employers with more than 250 employees to introduce a Menopause Policy

Closed 3,982 signatures

What the petition asks

According to the Government Report on Menopause, ‘menopausal women are the fastest growing workforce demographic’. The average age for a woman to go through menopause is 51. The average age of female suicide is between 45 & 49.
Nearly 8 out of 10 of menopausal women are in work.
Many line managers say that they don’t feel confident talking about menopause. They don’t know enough about it or how they can help. A Government-commissioned report on menopause highlights the need for employers to put in place training, processes and information so all colleagues have a clear understanding of menopause. Whether it’s a policy or guidance document – it’s best if it’s written down and well publicised. A written Menopause policy for all large employers would be a significant step.

Timeline

6 May 2021 Petition opened for signatures
6 Nov 2021 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 3,982
Status Closed
Department Department for Work and Pensions
Opened 6 May 2021
Closed 6 Nov 2021

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.