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More than half of British workers making mistakes due to stress, research finds
New research shows workplace stress is driving mistakes, missed deadlines and sick leave for millions of UK employees.
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Amy Ingham is a reporter at Business Matters, covering UK business news with a focus on breaking news, business policy, late payments and insolvency. She joined the magazine in 2026 after completing the NCTJ Diploma in Journalism at Harlow College's journalism school. Her recent reporting includes British Steel's nationalisation and its impact on SME suppliers, the decline in late payments by large firms, and Insolvency Service director disqualifications. Reach her at aingham@cbmeg.co.uk.
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