Recommendation 6

Menopause is a workplace issue. There is a legal, economic, and social imperative to address the needs of menopausal employees. We are not persuaded that a legal requirement for every workplace to have a menopause policy would embed meaningful change. But there is much that employers can and should do to help their employees. Many of the solutions involve practical adjustments and, in allowing additional flexibility and understanding, alongside fostering a greater respect and understanding of menopause. Employers who fail to support their menopausal employees, or act punitively towards them, leave themselves vulnerable to discrimination claims. They also risk their reputation, their ability to attract and retain female talent, and their profitability