Talks to end the Birmingham bin strike resume, but why is the dispute taking so long to settle?
Tuesday, 22 April 2025 () Talks to try to end the Birmingham bin strike that has seen piles of black rubbish bags fill the pavements of the city will resume today.
Local government minister Jim McMahon visits Birmingham where a strike by refuse collectors continues. McMahon said he holds a βstrong viewβ that a deal to end the strikes can be agreed.
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Bin workers in Birmingham say they will carry on striking over pay for months, if necessary, as the city council declared a major incident. It comes after talks between the council and Unite the Union..
Tuesday, 22 April 2025 ()
Talks to try to end the Birmingham bin strike that has seen piles of black rubbish bags fill the pavements of the city will resume today.
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