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Menopause in the Workplace, Nottingham (2026)

11/02/2026

This spring, employers will be able to publish their Menopause Action Plans online on a voluntary basis. But, by Spring 2027, Menopause Action Plans will be a legal requirement for employers with more than 250 employees.

The countdown has started and there is no time to wait...

Many organisations are still asking:

❓ What should a Menopause Action Plan actually include?
❓ How do we make sure it’s compliant and meaningful?
❓ How do we avoid a tick-box exercise and get this right for our people?

That’s exactly what this session is designed to answer. Head over to Eventbrite to book your spot now.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/menopause-action-plans-from-voluntary-to-law-are-you-ready-tickets-1982172889471

10/02/2026

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09/02/2026

We've been delving through our photo albums for some 2016 photos (did you know we've been leading the way with menopause support for 10 years now?). Here's Deborah at a Hens event; talking about menopause at the Institute of Directors in October 2016 at their Women in Leadership conference; and then with Nottingham Police - the then Police Chief Constable Sue Fish is now an Independent Panel member for the Menopause Friendly Accreditation! 🤩

04/02/2026

This spring, employers will be able to publish their Menopause Action Plans online on a voluntary basis. But, by Spring 2027, Menopause Action Plans will be a legal requirement for employers with more than 250 employees.

The countdown has started and there is no time to wait...

Many organisations are still asking:

❓ What should a Menopause Action Plan actually include?
❓ How do we make sure it’s compliant and meaningful?
❓ How do we avoid a tick-box exercise and get this right for our people?

That’s exactly what this session is designed to answer. Book your spot now, link below 👇

29/01/2026

Menopause Action Plans are no longer a future consideration or a nice-to-have. They are now written into UK employment law and represent one of the most significant advances in workplace inclusion in decades.

For too long, menopause at work was misunderstood, minimised or ignored altogether. Today, that has changed.

Menopause support is moving from informal good practice to a clear legal and strategic requirement for employers.

But a Menopause Action Plan that genuinely works is about far more than compliance. It is about culture, leadership and long-term impact. Find out more in our latest article on our website now.

28/01/2026

What we know about Menopause Action Plans, and what is still to come...

👉 We know that Menopause Action Plans will be required for employers with over 250 employees.

👉 We know there will be a phased approach, with voluntary submission from Spring 2026 and mandatory reporting from Spring 2027.

👉 We know the intention is to drive meaningful, measurable change rather than superficial compliance.

👉 What we do not yet know are the exact reporting requirements, metrics or enforcement mechanisms. Further guidance is expected.

👉 What we do know is this: waiting is a risk.

Employers who start now by listening to employees, reviewing what is already in place, building internal capability and embedding menopause into wider health, wellbeing and inclusion strategies will be ready and their people will already be benefiting.

With 10 years experience in menopause in the workplace, we're here to help, so please get in touch if you have questions.

27/01/2026

Did you know our training sessions have independent CPD accreditation? This means they’re professionally designed to achieve the right learning outcomes.

For your colleagues, this means they’re receiving accredited training and learning to boost their professional lives which will help in their personal lives, too.

For your organisation, it means recognition and reputation as a business which supports colleagues through effective and comprehensive training.

All our fully interactive training sessions can be either in person at your workplace or online via webinar. Find out more over on our website.

26/01/2026

We're delighted to announce that Bristol Myers Squibb is the first global employer to gain triple-region Menopause Friendly Accreditation in the UK, Australia and US. 👏

Setting a new international benchmark by building best-practice standards into their workplace environment, Bristol Myers Squibb ensures those who experience menopause at work feel seen, supported and valued regardless of location.

BMS has demonstrated a consistent global commitment to being menopause friendly. BMS UK was a founding member of Menopause Friendly in the UK and achieved accreditation in August 2022. This approach was reflected in Australia, where BMS engaged with Menopause Friendly Australia following its launch in 2023 and gained accreditation in October 2025. In the US, BMS was one of the first organisations to achieve Menopause Friendly Accreditation, working with Menopause Friendly US partner MiDOViA and achieving accreditation in November 2025.

Guy Oliver, General Manager, Bristol Myers Squibb UK & Ireland says; “In 2022, we were immensely proud to be the first pharmaceutical company in the UK to be accredited as a Menopause Friendly Workplace. We are proud of this achievement and the efforts of our people-led groups in helping to shape our culture. Our message is loud and clear - everyone who works here should be able to bring their authentic selves to work, without judgement, whatever they may be facing in their lives.”

23/01/2026

Menopause can not only affect individuals experiencing this, but also colleagues, partners and families. Employers should, therefore, make sure every employee understands the role they can play and treat it as a normal wellbeing topic, rather than something that is private or just for women. 💡

A good starting point is with male senior leadership speaking out about menopause initiatives, says Deborah Garlick. Find out more in this article in Employee Benefits;
https://employeebenefits.co.uk/menopause-fertility-and-pregnancy/how-should-employers-tailor-menopause-support-for-male-employees/281663.article

21/01/2026

Nearly three in 10 women (28%) are considering leaving their jobs due to menopause symptoms, and 7% have already quit, according to the healthcare provider Benenden Health's poll of 2,000 UK working women aged 40-to-65, and 500 HR decision-makers.

Almost half (47%) of women polled changed the way they work to cope with symptoms related to the menopause, including reducing hours (18%), cutting responsibilities (12%), or turning down promotions and training opportunities (6%).

“A meaningful menopause policy must be shaped around an organisation’s people: there's no one-size-fits-all,” Deborah Garlick, CEO of menopause training provider Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace. Read more in HR magazine, link below 👇

20/01/2026

Did you see our CEO, Deborah Garlick, on Channel 5 yesterday? This was in response to 's 'Missing from the Workplace' campaign. This delves into women’s experiences to understand what employers; line managers and the Government can do to support them more effectively.

Menopause symptoms have a significant impact on a woman's physical and mental wellbeing. Anxiety, brain fog, spikes in body temperature and mood swings are just a few experiences women manage when they go through menopause. It's no wonder over 60,000 women in the UK aren't working due to menopause1 and one in ten who worked during the menopause left their job due to their symptoms. You can find out more on Benenden Health's website.

19/01/2026

What would it take to help more people experiencing menopause stay, thrive and feel valued in your workplace? 🤔

Retention doesn’t always need radical change, sometimes it starts with listening, learning, and offering the right support at the right time. 🤝

Training, conversation and the right policies, being actioned, make a difference. If you need help with this or guidance, please get in touch. 💻

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