This is the history for the submission "Becoming an Endometriosis Friendly Employer Council Notes: Endometriosis is a long?term, often debilitating condition affecting around 1 in 10 women. Employers have a crucial role in supporting those affected. People with endometriosis may lose between 1.9 and 15.8 work hours per week depending on severity. The Endometriosis Friendly Employer Scheme provides structured guidance on creating supportive work environments, improving culture, training managers, and raising awareness. Becoming an Endometriosis Friendly Employer has been shown to improve workforce retention, morale, wellbeing, and recruitment appeal. Council Believes: This Council should lead by example in tackling stigma around menstrual health and supporting staff affected by endometriosis and related conditions. Signing up to the Endometriosis Friendly Employer Scheme would strengthen our commitment to employee wellbeing, equity, and inclusion. Taking proactive steps to improve awareness, provide staff with appropriate support, and reduce barriers to remaining in or progressing at work will benefit our employees, our organisational culture, and our wider community. Council Commits To: Formally apply to become an Endometriosis Friendly Employer through Endometriosis UK. Commit to meeting all required standards, including: " Awareness?raising activities across the workforce. " Training for managers to understand symptoms, adjustments, and support pathways. " Reviewing relevant HR policies to ensure they include appropriate menstrual and gynaecological health provisions. " Implement necessary steps within 12 months to achieve accreditation. " Report progress to the relevant scrutiny committee within six months and annually thereafter. Proposed by Councillor Paterson The following motions are reserved to Council:".

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