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Rats, rubbish and rising taxes: why Birmingham stinks right now

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Birmingham Bin Workers' Strike

This chapter explores the ongoing strike by bin collection workers in Birmingham, sparked by cuts to essential roles and ongoing disputes over pay. It highlights personal stories from the workers, detailing their struggles with financial stability and the impact of the council's decisions on their lives and safety. The discussion also addresses the wider implications of the strike amidst rising living costs, public health concerns from overflowing waste, and the financial crisis facing Birmingham City Council.

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