LRD guides and handbook July 2015

Health and safety law 2015

Chapter 11

11. Stress, bullying, harassment and violence

[ch 11: page 185]

Changes and developments since last year

• The latest TUC survey of union health and safety reps found that once again, stress topped their list of concerns.

• A number of recent research studies have highlighted the extent of work-related stress and mental health problems.

• The TUC and European health and safety agency EU-OSHA have both produced new guidance on managing stress.

• Union members have taken strike action over bullying.