Introduce Statutory Menstrual Leave for People with Endometriosis & Adenomyosis
We call on the UK Government to introduce statutory paid menstrual leave of up to 3 days per month for people with conditions such as endometriosis and adenomyosis, following the model introduced in Portugal in 2025.
Signatures
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Government response threshold (10,000) · 10,000/10,000 · reached
Debate threshold (100,000) · 100,000/100,000 · reached
- 29 JAN 2026Petition closedFinal total: 109,025 signatures
- 24 JAN 2026100,000 signatures reachedEligible to be considered for debate
- 20 AUG 2025Government respondedDepartment for Business and TradeGovernment reply
The Government has no plans to introduce menstrual leave for those with endometriosis or adenomyosis. We know the hardship they cause. Our employment rights reforms will help manage health at work.
Read full response - 30 JUL 202510,000 signatures reachedEligible for a government response
- 29 JUL 2025Petition opened for signatures
Background
We urge the UK Government to implement a statutory menstrual leave policy similar to the one recently passed in Portugal.
• Provide up to 3 days of paid menstrual leave per month for individuals with a valid medical diagnosis
• Require only a single annual medical certificate confirming the condition
• Ensure full employment protections, including no loss of pay, benefits or seniority
• Guarantee confidentiality and non-discrimination in the workplace