Deal 'within sight' to end year-long Birmingham bin strike, says council leader
Summary
Birmingham council leader John Cotton said a deal to end a 14-month strike by bin workers is close. The strike, which began over job cuts and pay concerns, has left rubbish uncollected and no recycling service for residents.Key Facts
- Bin workers in Birmingham have been on strike since January last year, with a full strike starting in March.
- The dispute started because the council wanted to remove Waste Recycling and Collection Officer jobs to improve services.
- The union said workers could lose up to £8,000 a year, but the council disagreed with that figure.
- Council leader John Cotton said negotiations are difficult but a new offer may end the strike.
- The union called the offer a victory and said workers will vote on it when details are shared.
- Opposition parties claim the council’s announcement is a political move ahead of local elections on 7 May.
- Labour currently controls the council but could lose seats in the upcoming election.
- The strike has disrupted rubbish collection and recycling, causing problems for residents.
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