Employers are being encouraged to better support women experiencing the menopause as the Government today appointed England’s first ever Menopause Employment Champion.
*Helen Tomlinson appointed new Menopause Employment Champion and calls on more employers to develop menopause policies
*One in four women experiencing menopause are reported to have considered leaving their job due to symptoms
*She will drive awareness of issues surrounding menopause and work while promoting the benefits for businesses and the economy when women are supported to stay in work and progress
*‘Menopause Workplace Pledge’
Acclaimed Family Law are proud to have signed up to the Menopause Workplace Pledge along with prominent establishments and firms such as the House of Commons, Civil Service, BBC, Royal Mail and Tesco to name but a few.
In signing the Menopause Workplace Pledge, we commit to:
• Recognising that the menopause can be an issue in the workplace and women need support
• Talking openly, positively and respectfully about the menopause
• Actively supporting and informing employees affected by the menopause