§ Dr. CableTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many cases of work related stress have been reported in her Department in each of the last three years; how much compensation has been paid to employees; how many work days have been lost due to work related stress, and at what cost, what procedures have been put in place to reduce work related stress, and at what cost; and if she will make a statement. [136855]
§ Ms HewittData on work-related stress are not collected separately in my Department.
We are committed to maintaining a safe working environment for staff and to reducing absences caused by any sickness or injury. The Department provides advice and counselling services that help both managers and staff tackle work-related stress.