Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 14887

NHS: Menopause and Periods

Tabled: 1 July 2026

Answered: 9 July 2026

Question

Mims Davies

Conservative — East Grinstead and Uckfield

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what consideration has been undertaking to adopt British Standard BS 30416 on menstruation, menstrual health and menopause in the workplace standard - guide for NHS staff.

Answer

Karin Smyth

The Government recognises the importance of supporting National Health Service staff experiencing menstruation, menstrual health conditions, and menopausal symptoms.Many principles in British Standard 30416 are already reflected in NHS England guidance, l...

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