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Prepare your organisation for the 2026-2027 legal changes: Menopause Policy Template

From 2027, all UK employers with 250+ employees will be required to publish an equality action plan – and specifically a menopause action plan – that includes actionable support for employees experiencing menopause. Whilst this will be legally required as part of the Employment Rights Bill from 1st January 2027, voluntary adoption is encouraged from April this year, giving employers of choice the opportunity to lead the way.

A menopause policy is widely recognised as best practice and likely to be seen as a minimum requirement of employers demonstrating their readiness, compliance with and fulfilling their duties under employment, equality and health and safety law.

To help your organisation prepare, download our comprehensive Menopause Policy Template.

Crafted by industry experts, this ‘gold standard’ template includes:

• Practical guidance on time off, workplace adjustments and flexible working options

• Clear frameworks for supporting employees experiencing menopause while remaining aligned with current employment law

• Menopause terminology and signposting to internal and external resources

• Guidance to help managers respond consistently and sensitively

The template is free to download, fully editable, and designed to be easily adapted to reflect your organisation’s culture, size and workforce needs.

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