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New research has revealed NHS staff have been victim of widespread incidents of sexual harassment while at work – ranging from being shown pornographic images, offered money for sex, and being assaulted.

The Unison union said it is shocked by the findings of a wide-ranging survey which revealed one in 10 health workers were victims of harassment.

The study of more than 12,200 health workers showed that one in 10 reported unwanted incidents including being touched or kissed, demands for sex in return for favours, and derogatory comments.

Sexual assault was reported by almost a third of respondents, while half said they have been leered at or been the target of suggestive gestures.

One in four said they have suffered unwelcome sexual advances, propositions or demands for sexual favours.

Crude ‘banter’ or ‘jokes’ were the most common issue, reported by three in five workers who had experienced some form of harassment, according to the research.

Despite the serious and …