That the Parliament congratulates the STUC Women's Committee on publishing its research, Menopause and the Workplace; commends what it sees as this groundbreaking work; understands that most woman go through the menopause between 48 and 55 and that symptoms can last for over 10 years; believes that Scottish Government data confirms that, since 2008, there has been a 5.5% increase in the employment rates of women aged 50 to 64; is concerned therefore that 99% of the survey's respondents said that their workplace did not have a menopause policy or that they were unaware if one existed; acknowledges that 95% said they would welcome a model policy being developed by the Women’s Committee; notes that some respondents described how menopausal symptoms affected their concentration and performance, including through hot flushes that can result in frustration, discomfort and distraction, and heavy periods, which can necessitate clothing changes and trips home; notes the committee's view that employers need to increase their awareness and understanding to ensure that reasonable adjustments are in place to support employees, and calls on the Scottish Government to recognise and support the committee in its drive to improve the experience of women at work who are going through the menopause and to take further action to address the gender inequalities that it believes women face in the workplace.