TUC poll shows 1 in 3 BAME workers treated unfairly

A TUC poll of over 1000 BAME workers, which is part of a major new TUC report on racism at work, has found that 37% have been bullied, abused or singled out for unfair treatment.

A TUC poll of over 1000 BAME workers, which is part of a major new TUC report on racism at work, has found that 37% have been bullied, abused or singled out for unfair treatment. The poll also reveals that 47% were verbally abused because of their race, 42% of those bullied or harassed say their direct manager was the main perpetrator, 20% reported the bullying and felt their complaint was dealt with properly and 16% said they were treated less well after making a complaint. 19% have experienced discrimination such as being denied training or promotion. The TUC highlight that racist abuse suffered by workers also comes from members of the public.


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