Introduction of free HRT will start 'as soon as possible' following three-month delay 

The delay means menopausal women must continue to pay for HRT products. Picture: Anna Watson

Over three months after it was supposed to be in place, the new health minister can only commit that funded HRT for menopause care will start “as soon as possible”.

The measure was announced in October 2024 as part of a budget package targeted at improving women’s health. The pledge was for a January start.