Stress in the workplace has become stigmatised due to the assumption that stress is over exaggerated.

Estimates show that 40% of the workforce feel under excessive amounts of pressure, and this has increased in light of the economic climate. It is important that you look into the level of risks that your staff are working at and manage this to minimise the cost to your business .Gemma Butterworth, a Health and Safety Advisor at NorthgateArinso Employer Service gives her tips on dealing with stress in the workplace.