Petition · Department for Education, Department of Health and Social Care

Fund and distribute first-period boxes through schools and healthcare settings

Open for signatures 125 signatures

What the petition asks

We ask the UK Government to fund the provision of first-period boxes with essential menstrual products for girls, through schools and healthcare settings. We believe this could help educate and provide products to girls in less fortunate settings.
We believe many girls do not have access to a trusted or appropriate adult to discuss menstruation with, or may not feel comfortable doing so. Therefore, in our view, first-period boxes allow girls to access clear, reliable information privately and at their own pace, supporting understanding and confidence during this stage of development.

Timeline

20 Feb 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 125
Status Open for signatures
Department Department for Education, Department of Health and Social Care
Opened 20 Feb 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.