Toxic, micromanaging bosses who suck up to their own bosses and then treat those they manage poorly, are the worst. I am sorry to hear you are having to deal with this. Trying to work with or around a boss like this is incredibly difficult. The behaviour you describe is beyond poor management though and sounds like it could be in breach of company policies you have in terms of appropriate behaviour. You should not have to put up with receiving nasty emails, feeling harassed and being fearful of speaking up.
It sounds like you belong to a union – you can definitely ask them for advice. You could also speak to someone else you trust at work (HR or another senior leader) to ask them what your options might be. You cannot lose your job or receive any adverse consequences (like being moved) through making a complaint so you do have rights in this regard. Make sure you keep notes of what is going on and then go and see someone for advice. Good luck.
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