Scotland has become the first country to allow free and universal access to menstrual products, including tampons and pads, in public facilities, a landmark victory for the global movement against period poverty. The campaign has been backed by a wide coalition, including trades unions, women’s organisations and charities. Monica Lennon, the lawmaker who introduced the bill last year, said. “Scotland will not be the last country to make period poverty history.” It means period products will be available to access in public buildings including schools and universities across Scotland.