Petition · Department of Health and Social Care
Fund increased access to menstrual products to address period poverty
Closed
194 signatures
What the petition asks
The government should expand free menstrual product programs beyond schools and colleges to include community centres, food banks, and other public spaces. We believe menstruation has effectively become a luxury that countless individuals simply cannot afford.
One survey suggests that period poverty affects over 2.8 million people in the UK. It can cause a real health impact, physical and mental, since many menstruating individuals can be forced to withdraw from education, work, and social life. We think the example from Scotland shows that legislation for free menstrual product provision is achievable and sustainable. Therefore, we believe Westminster should also legislate on this issue.
Timeline
| 12 Feb 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 12 Aug 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
194
Status
Closed
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
Opened
12 Feb 2025
Closed
12 Aug 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 8 Aug 2026.