Birmingham bin strike escalates as agency staff join
Birmingham's bin collections are suspended after agency workers join the strike. The council apologises and aims to clear the backlog by Sunday. Read the latest.
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Birmingham bin strike: Agency workers join picket lines
Bin collections across Birmingham are suspended today as agency workers join the ongoing strike. The council apologises and urges residents to leave bins out. Full details on the dispute.
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Agency Workers Join Birmingham Bin Strike Picket
The Birmingham bin strike intensifies as agency staff from Job & Talent join the picket line. Unite union says numbers are 'growing daily'. Follow the latest developments.
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Birmingham bin strike escalates with agency workers
Birmingham bin strikes could extend beyond May elections as agency workers join picket lines. Council defends collection record despite ongoing dispute. Read the latest developments.
Birmingham CrossCountry rail strikes set for December
Rail travellers in Birmingham face disruption as RMT union strikes hit CrossCountry services on four consecutive Saturdays in December over pay and staffing disputes.
Birmingham bin workers rally in fly-tipping hotspot
Striking Birmingham bin workers hold rally in Alum Rock fly-tipping hotspot with overwhelming community support. Strike costs council £14 million. Read the latest.
UPS strike threat could cause Christmas chaos
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DWP Jobcentre strike over 80 at-risk jobs in Lincoln
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Birmingham bin strike deepens as agency staff join
Birmingham's bin strike crisis worsens as agency workers vote to join picket lines from December 1. The year-long dispute has cost £14 million and threatens health hazards across the city.
Birmingham bin strike escalates with new walkout
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers vote to join picket lines from December 1, raising fears of extended disruption through Christmas and beyond.
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