Whitehead Monckton Menopause Workplace Law

Whitehead Monckton navigated a menopause workplace webinar in collaboration with Eclipse HR and Maximise Midlife Coaching.

In the past few years, the discussion surrounding menopause has gained considerable traction, prompting the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) to release new guidance on the topic in February 2024.

Menopause also referred to as ‘the change’ is a significant transition in a woman’s life that brings about a range of physical and emotional changes that can also impact on mental health.

In the recent webinar, Antonio Fletcher, Head of Employment at Whitehead Monckton, Veronica Fox, Senior HR Consultant from Eclipse HR Limited and Moira Doherty & Jill Harding from Maximise Midife Coaching gave an insightful talk on the menopause and the tips for managing symptoms and navigating menopause in the workplace.

This webinar aimed to promote positive discussions on the subject and provide solutions for women experiencing menopause. as well as assisting business and individuals as a whole in understanding the effect menopause can have on a woman’s body and ways in which implementing modifications can make a difference. Considerations were also given to assist employers understand their legal obligations in relation to supporting workers experiencing menopausal symptoms.

For more information, please click on the link to access the webinar recording:  https://www.whitehead-monckton.co.uk/for-business/employment-law-for-businesses