All Menopause, fertility and pregnancy articles
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ArticleMariella Frostrup appointed women’s employment ambassador
Shutterstock/Featureflash Photo Agency Women’s health campaigner and broadcaster Mariella Frostrup has been appointed the government’s women’s employment ambassador, a newly created role to support working women across the country. This role expands the remit of the menopause employment ambassador, which Frostrup took on over the past year. ...
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ArticleCera receives menopause-friendly accreditation
Domiciliary care provider Cera has received menopause-friendly accreditation as part of a commitment to support its affected employees.
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AnalysisBuyer’s guide to fertility benefits
Fertility benefits are becoming a key component of progressive employee packages, offering clinical guidance, treatment funding and emotional support.
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ArticleNorthern Ireland to provide paid leave to parents affected by miscarriage
The Northern Ireland Executive has announced that new miscarriage leave and pay entitlements will be formally made and come into effect from 6 April.
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ArticleJust 18% of women say their workplace has a menopause policy
Almost a fifth (18%) of women said their workplace has a menopause policy in place, according to research by women’s wellness specialist Serenova.
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ArticleRenfrewshire Council awarded menopause-friendly accreditation
Renfrewshire Council in Scotland has been awarded menopause-friendly accreditation as part of a commitment to make every employee feel valued, respected and able to thrive.
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ArticleGovernment launches gender pay gap and menopause action plans
The government has introduced gender pay gap and menopause action plans to support women to succeed at work.
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ArticleYorkshire Ambulance Service signs up to endometriosis-friendly employer scheme
Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust has signed up to become an endometriosis friendly-employer to drive positive change in the workplace for those with endometriosis.
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ArticleWelsh Ambulance Service pledges to become endometriosis-friendly employer
The Welsh Ambulance Service has pledged to become an endometriosis-friendly employer and support its 4,000 employees who are impacted by the condition.
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ArticleE.On signs national Fertility Support Pledge
Energy supplier E.On has signed the national Fertility Support Pledge as part of its commitment to support employees undergoing fertility treatment.
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ArticleAccenture employee dismissed as ‘unpromotable’ secures appeal victory
A woman dismissed by Accenture while living with endometriosis has won an appeal that may prompt renewed scrutiny of professional services firms’ practice of removing staff deemed ‘unpromotable’.
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AnalysisHow should employers tailor menopause support for male employees?
Employers should ensure male employees can access menopause-related resources to improve understanding and support affected colleagues, partners and family members.
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Case StudiesMansfield Building Society ensures male staff are educated on menopause
After gaining menopause-friendly organisation accreditation in February 2025, Mansfield Building Society aims to ensure male employees feel able to better support their female colleagues, partners and family members.
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Case StudiesFirst Direct includes male staff in menopause-related support as part of its culture
First Direct considers menopause-related support integral to its culture and includes men within this to create a sense of community and diversity.
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ArticleHeaven Skincare introduces unlimited leave for hormonal health
Heaven Skincare has launched unlimited leave for its employees’ hormonal health as part of its commitment to supporting those experiencing and suffering from hormonal changes and imbalances.
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Article40% of staff are unaware of menopause-related policies in the workplace
Only 40% of employees are unaware of any menopause-related policies in their workplace, according to new research by Benenden Health.
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ArticleRedcar and Cleveland Council commits to become endometriosis-friendly employer
Redcar and Cleveland Council has pledged to support its 2,280 employees impacted by endometriosis by joining the endometriosis-friendly employer scheme.
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ArticleManchester City Council receives menopause-friendly employer accreditation
Manchester City Council has received menopause-friendly employer accreditation as part of its commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace.
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ArticleAssociated British Ports introduces emergency menstrual health benefit
Associated British Ports (ABP) has introduced an emergency menstrual health benefit for its employees in maritime environments.
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OpinionPaul Kelly: Impact of Co-op strengthening its pregnancy loss leave policy on other employers
Considering the imminent introduction of the Employment Rights Bill, which includes upcoming changes to parental and bereavement leave, it is no surprise that employers are updating their policies.