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Firms warned on recession side effects

Firms have been urged to prepare for the long-term effects of the recession on workers, including possible mental health issues.

The conciliation service Acas said training should be given to raise awareness among managers of the effects on staff of excessive pressures.

Chairman Ed Sweeney said: “The economy may hopefully have seen the worst of the recession, but the impact on workplaces will be felt far into the future.

“Implementing procedures to effectively deal with mental health issues in the workplace has strong benefits for individuals and organisations.”

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Ruth Mitchell .