WORKPLACE MENOPAUSE TRAINING
The Legal Landscape
Menopause is NOT a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010.
However, employers are facing claims relating to sex, age and disability discrimination, as well as failures to make reasonable adjustments where symptoms have a substantial and long-term impact.
From spring 2027, employers with 250 or more employees will be required to publish Menopause Action Plans as part of their Equality Action Plans, showing the practical steps they are taking to support employees experiencing menopause. Organisations of all sizes are encouraged to adopt good practice now.
Most organisations currently have no formal menopause policy, no trained managers, and no clear picture of where their gaps and risks actually sit.
The law has moved faster than workplace practice, and that gap is where the risk sits.
Supporting employees through menopause isn't simply about wellbeing. It helps organisations:
Reduce legal risk and tribunal claims
Improve retention and reduce recruitment costs
Decrease sickness absence
Demonstrate an inclusive workplace culture
The Solution: Menopause Workplace Readiness Review
You cannot fix what you have not measured. The Readiness Review gives you a clear, honest picture of where your organisation stands today, and a practical action plan to close the gap before the 2027 requirement arrives.
What's included:
A kick-off call with your HR or People lead to understand your current policies and priorities
A review of existing policies and any past menopause or wellbeing initiatives
Confidential conversations with approximately 10 employees, across levels and departments, to understand awareness, gaps and concerns
Findings assessed against the Equality Act, workplace health and safety duties, and the government's recommended actions for Equality Action Plans
What you get:
A written Readiness Report identifying where your policies fall short, and the legal and reputational risks specific to your organisation
A practical action plan mapped directly to the government's recommended action categories, so it is ready to feed straight into your Equality Action Plan
A 60-minute readout call to walk through the findings and agree next steps
A clear recommendation on which training, policy or champion support fits your specific gaps
Instead of guessing what "good practice" looks like, you leave with a concrete, evidence-based starting point.
£795 | Typically 2 to 3 weeks from kick-off to readout
UK Cases
Lynskey v Direct Line Insurance Services Ltd (2022) — An employee was subjected to a disciplinary process and had her pay rise withdrawn after her performance declined due to "brain fog" and concentration issues caused by menopause; she was awarded over £64,000 Winston Solicitor
Shearer v South Lanarkshire Council (2024) — A teacher objected to a transfer after occupational health warned it would worsen her menopause symptoms and mental health; the move went ahead and she was later dismissed. The tribunal awarded over £61,000 for disability discrimination and unfair dismissal HRi
McCabe v Selazar (2021) — An employee was dismissed with discriminatory comments and awarded £20,000 plus interest Winston Solicitors
A v Bonmarche Ltd (2019) — An employee resigned after a lack of support for her phased return, and was awarded £18,000 Winston Solicitors
Best v Embark on Raw Ltd (2020) — Harassment and comments about menopause led to a successful age and sex discrimination claim Winston Solicitors
WORKPLACE TRAINING OPTIONS
Additional Support
Whether you're just starting the conversation or ready to develop internal menopause champions, we offer practical, evidence-based training tailored to your organisation.
Menopause Awareness Session
Perfect for introducing menopause to your workforce.
Staff awareness sessions
Manager briefings
Live online or in person
Workplace Champion Training
Develop knowledgeable internal champions who can provide signposting, support and help shape a menopause-positive workplace.
✔ CPD Accredited
Bespoke Workplace Solutions
Tailored programmes designed around your organisation's goals, culture and workforce.
Leadership workshops
Policy and process audit
Policy support
Organisation-wide programmes
Consultancy
Why organisations choose The Menopause Training Academy
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Download our Workplace Menopause Training Guide to see programme options, delivery formats and how we work with organisations.
Professional Recognition
Active IQ
CPD Recognised & approved training
Affiliate Member British Menopause Society
Certified Business Strategist (Alba)
Qualifications
Level 1 Nutritionist
PG(Cert) Psychology
BA (Hons) HRM
Prince 2 Project Manager
Selected Clients
Police Scotland
Peel Ports
First Dairy