Bin Strike Begins in Birmingham

Bin workers begin indefinite all-out strike
An indefinite all-out strike for refuse workers in Birmingham has commenced. The action officially started at 06:00 GMT on Tuesday, however, collectors have been striking on and off since January following plans to downgrade some staff and reduce their pay.
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Video shows streets in Birmingham covered in litter due to a bin strike. Areas affected include Grove Cottage Road in Bordesley Green, Charles Road in Small Heath, and Henry Barber Park. Footage filmed today (12/3).
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The Birmingham bin strike has escalated into an indefinite all-out strike, with refuse workers walking off the job, leading to rubbish piling up across the city and growing concerns among residents. According to The Guardian,
'The rubbish is alive' - rats feast as Birmingham bin workers strike
Many streets are littered with the contents of the bins, with rubbish strewn everywhere as animals have clawed their way into them. Rat infestations have been reported in parts of the city as the rodents have enjoyed feasting on the fallout of the row, which is over plans to downgrade some staff and reduce their pay.
City overflowing with rubbish and rats after bin workers go on strike
Bin bags piled up high, rats and cockroaches – these are the scenes in Birmingham over recent weeks. Bin collectors have been striking on and off since January but today marks the start of an indefinite walkout for nearly 400 council bin workers which could last until summer.
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