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Jessica Knibbs

Spain is one step closer to approving menstrual leave in first for Europe

Women in Spain suffering with painful periods could receive menstrual leave under a new policy

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Spain may become the first country in Europe to introduce ground-breaking legislation for women concerning menstrual pain.

A draft bill says anyone suffering from dysmenorrhea (menstrual cramps) could have three days of leave a month - extended to five in some circumstances.

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