All Menopause, fertility and pregnancy articles
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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.
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Article44% think consultations on bereavement leave and protections for pregnant women and new mothers go far enough
Almost half (44%) of employers think the consultations on new measures for bereavement leave, and protections for pregnant women and new mothers at work, go far enough.
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ArticleReach achieves menopause-friendly accreditation
Reach has received menopause-friendly organisation accreditation as part of its commitment to creating a culture where menopause is understood and supported.
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Case StudiesPodcast: Swim England creates inclusive benefits package to suit workforce needs
Tracy Lowe Sheppard, head of people at Swim England, explains how employers can develop benefits packages that cater to diverse workforce needs, with particular focus on menopause support and flexible provision to attract and retain talent.
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OpinionAmanda Trewhella: The Employment Rights Bill and pregnancy loss leave
Although there is still no general statutory right to compassionate leave, parents are now able to take a period of two weeks paid leave from work if their child passes away.
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ArticleRRG Group receives menopause-friendly accreditation
Car dealer group RRG Group has received menopause-friendly accreditation in recognition of its inclusive, supportive workplace culture.
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ArticlePoll: Do you think the consultations on new measures for bereavement leave, and protections for pregnant women and new mothers at work, go far enough?
Take part in our latest readers’ poll on a current topical issue.
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ArticleMinisters consult on new bereavement and pregnancy protections
The government has launched consultations on new measures in the Employment Rights Bill for bereavement leave, and protections for pregnant women and new mothers at work.
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ArticleTandem Bank strengthens commitment to menopause support
Tandem Bank has partnered with Henpicked as part of its commitment to providing menopause support for its employees.