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.
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.