Birmingham bin strike could extend into next year

Unite members to decide whether to renew industrial action after council voted to stick with plans to cut 106 jobsBirmingham’s bin strike could continue until next year if refuse collectors vote to renew industrial action in a union ballot.On Wednesday, Birmingham council voted to continue with plans to cut 106 jobs in a reorganisation of the waste management service that it hopes will save more than £5m a year. Related: Birmingham council leader quits over handling of bin strikeCont