Bank employees have called for a royal commission to restore the public's confidence in the sector.

The Finance Sector Union, which represents hundreds of thousands of bank workers, said recent scandals in the banking and finance sector had rocked consumer confidence.

The Finance Sector Union of Australia wants a royal commission into banks to restore fairness to bank workers and customers. Credit:Paul Jeffers

"We want that confidence restored," FSU National Secretary Julia Angrisano said.

"Let's have the Royal Commission, let's put in place the measures to restore trust, and let's work together to develop the world's most stable, ethical and prosperous banking sector.