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Ethan James

EXPLAINED: Tas abuse inquiry told of disclosure risks - The Real Truth

An inquiry has heard an abuse complaint against a nurse at Launceston's hospital was shrugged off. (AAP)

People in tight-knit, smaller communities may be less likely to disclose misconduct because of perceived implications, a Tasmanian inquiry into child sexual abuse in public institutions has been told.

The commission of inquiry, which is holding its first week of public witness hearings, is examining state government handling of abuse allegations.

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