The UK is on the brink of a transformative shift in workplace equality. With the Employment Rights Bill set to make menopause support mandatory for large employers by 2027, organisations must prepare now, not just for compliance, but for culture change.
For too long, menopause has been a silent struggle in the workplace. But the tide is turning. Tribunal cases citing menopause have tripled in the last two years, with claims ranging from disability and sex discrimination to unfair dismissal. The ER Bill responds to this reality, requiring employers with 250+ staff to publish Menopause Action Plans, alongside gender pay gap reporting.
This is when M-Power steps in.
The M-Power Solution
M-Power 3 pillars of support to embed culture change in your business.
1. Awareness & Impact Reduction
We start by demystifying menopause, what it is, who it affects, and how symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, and anxiety can impact performance and wellbeing. Our workshops and resources help teams understand the real-world impact and explore practical adjustments that reduce absenteeism and presenteeism.
2. Equipping Leaders & Managers
Conversations about menopause shouldn’t be awkward or avoided. M-Power trains leaders to talk confidently and compassionately, with real-life case studies and tribunal insights. We provide a compliance checklist aligned with the ER Bill, helping organisations avoid legal risk and build inclusive cultures, including a menopause action plan.
3. Champion Training & Accreditation
We help organisations embed menopause support through trained workplace champions. These individuals become go-to allies, supporting policy implementation, awareness campaigns, and even guiding teams toward Menopause Friendly Accreditation. Champions are trained to signpost support, facilitate conversations, action plan and sustain momentum.
Menopause affects 23% of the UK’s female workforce, and the economic cost of inaction is estimated at £1.88 billion annually. But beyond the numbers, this is about retaining talent, supporting wellbeing and leading with empathy.
If you’re a CEO, senior leader, HR professional or workplace champion wanting to make change, let’s talk. The future of the workforce is inclusive and menopause support is no longer an option.
The ER Bill is a wake-up call, but M-Power is the action plan.