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Publication - Impact assessment

NHSScotland Menopause and Menstrual Health Workforce Policy: Equality Impact Assessment

Published
19 March 2026
From
Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, +2 more … Director of Health Workforce, Minister for Public Health and Women's Health
Directorate
Health Workforce Directorate
Topic
Health and social care
ISBN
9781807750213

This EQIA finds the Menopause and Menstrual Health Policy supports staff by reducing the impact of symptoms at work, promoting open conversations and offering person‑centred adjustments. It identifies positive impacts across protected groups, with no negative effects.

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Equality Impact Assessment Results

Title of Policy: NHSScotland Menopause and Menstrual Health Policy

Summary of aims and desired outcomes of Policy: The aim of the policy is to support employees and minimise the impact that menstrual health and menopause symptoms can have at work. It also aims to create an open culture where employees feel confident asking for help and getting the adjustments they need by increasing awareness through education, inclusive discussions, and compassionate leadership.

This is a refresh of the previous Interim National Menopause and Menstrual Health Policy for NHS Scotland (October 2023).

Directorate: Health Workforce.

Contact

Email: ofs.pm@gov.scot

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