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Maeve Bannister

HISTORICAL FACTS: Fear of retribution stopping workers from speaking out | History Defined

A Unions NSW survey has revealed an entrenched culture of fear among essential female workers. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Essential workers who experience or witness sexual harassment are scared to speak up for fear of repercussions, with unions calling for further protections for people who call out unlawful behaviour.

A Unions NSW survey of more than 900 workers spanning education, transport, health, emergency services, disability and community services has revealed an entrenched culture of fear.

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